Statement of Authority
Legal Authority
Louisiana Revised Statutes 17:1805 establishes the legal framework for university and college police officers, including officers serving private universities such as Loyola University New Orleans.
The statute addresses officer commissioning, arrest powers, campus jurisdiction, specified circumstances for exercising authority off campus, and training requirements.
Read the Louisiana Statute
Read Louisiana R.S. 17:1805 — Authority of university or college police officer
This link opens the statute published by the Louisiana State Legislature. Please consult that source for the full statutory language and its conditions and limitations.
Contact LUPD
For questions about the Loyola University Police Department, call 504-865-3434 or email police@loyno.edu.