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Louisiana Toughens Laws for Frontline Workers | Lake Charles News
Louisiana just passed a bold new law targeting violent customers: the Behind the Counter Protection Act now slaps tougher penalties on anyone who assaults or beats front-line workers like bartenders and cashiers. Triggered by a February shooting at a Baton Rouge cafe where an angry customer opened fire through a window, the law went into effect August 1st — doubling down on punishment for simple battery and assault charges against these essential service staff. Businesses must now post warning signs that workplace violence has serious legal consequences. Cafe owners and bartenders say they’re…
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