Smith v. Louisiana Department of Public Safety

DOMENGEAUX, Judge.

This case is before us again, this time by remand from the Louisiana Supreme Court. It revolves around an interpretation of the Motor Vehicle Habitual Offender Law, La. R.S. 32:1471 et seq.

Section 1471 sets forth the strong legislative policy underlying the law:

“It is hereby declared to be the policy of this state:(1) To provide maximum safety for all persons who travel or otherwise use the public highways of this state; and(2) To deny the privilege of operating motor vehicles on such highways to persons who by their conduct and record have demonstrated their indifference to…