Louisiana house bill would reclassify burglary as violent crime
A proposal working its way through the halls of the Louisiana capitol would take what is largely considered a property crime, burglary, and instead...
A proposal working its way through the halls of the Louisiana capitol would take what is largely considered a property crime, burglary, and instead categorize it as violent. The bill comes from Rep. Debbie Villio (R-Kenner), who tells the House Criminal Justice Committee burglary victims feel violated, even if they were not home when the crime occurred. She says it affects one's trust and feeling of safety. Load Error 'Generally, they experience emotional trauma…to include a sense if violation, increased fears, anger and frustration,' she said.