2025 Changes to the Louisiana Code of Evidence, 2026 Edition Now Available

In 2025 the Louisiana Legislature amended a number of the Louisiana Code of Evidence articles, affecting the following: presumption of injury causation; admissibility of character evidence; hearsay exceptions; and self-authentication of evidence. See below for full text of the updated Articles and the corresponding Acts of the Legislature.

The 2026 Louisiana Code of Evidence, incorporating all of these amendments, is now available. Visit the Code of Evidence Listing Page for full details including a book sample and purchase options.

Amended Louisiana Code of Evidence Articles

By Article Name and Number

Art. 306.1. Presumption of causation of injuries

Art. 404. Character evidence generally not admissible in civil or criminal trial to prove conduct; exceptions; other criminal acts

Art. 804. Hearsay exceptions; declarant unavailable

Art. 902. Self-authentication

New Text of the Louisiana Code of Evidence Articles

The new text of the Louisiana Code of Evidence articles is available for download here.

Corresponding Legislative Acts

To download the actual acts of the Legislature affecting the 2026 Louisiana Code of Evidence, click here. 

About the 2026 Edition of the Louisiana Code of Evidence

This year’s edition incorporates all Legislative amendments, contains a detailed table of contents, minimal commentary, and 12 point font that reads across the whole page. Perfect for simply referencing the law as written while drafting pleadings or in the courtroom. For full details including a book sample and purchase options, visit the Code of Evidence Listing Page.