Louisiana Code § RS 14:40.4

Burning cross on property of another or public place; intent to intimidate
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A. It shall be unlawful for any person, with the intent of intimidating any person or group of persons to burn, or cause to be burned, a cross on the property of another, a highway, or other public place. B. Whoever commits the crime of burning a cross with the intent of intimidating shall be fined not more than fifteen thousand dollars or imprisoned with or without hard labor for not more than fifteen years, or both.

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