State v. Esthay

JASULLIVAN, Judge.

These three consolidated cases involve criminal appearance bond forfeitures. They were also consolidated on appeal with State v. Elizabeth Rene Breaux, 94-1553 (La.App. 3 Cir. 5/31/95), 657 So.2d 371 and State v. Rance O. West, 94-1562 (La.App. 3 Cir. 5/31/95), 657 So.2d 371, for which we render a separate opinion this date.

The sole issue presented by these three eases is whether notice of judgment of forfeiture under the provisions of La.R.S. 15:85(A), as worded prior to June 22,1993, is required to be sent to the surety by certified mail, return receipt requested. The…