The Evolution of the Louisiana State Police (1982)
Louisiana: The State We're In
Details
Collection:LPB
Genre: News, Public Affairs
Place Covered: Louisiana
Copyright Holder: Louisiana Educational Television Authority
Date Issued: 1982-10-01
Duration: 00:06:17
Subjects: Louisiana. Office of State Police | Law Enforcement | Crime laboratories
Contributors:
- Ekings, Robyn Host
- Young, David Reporter
- Garrison, Bo Interviewee
Description
This segment from the October 1, 1982, episode of “Louisiana: The State We’re In” features a report on the evolution of the Louisiana State Police. This report touches on the State Police’s role in backing up local law enforcement agencies and its increasing specialization in several areas, including a tactical unit, narcotics enforcement and hazardous waste control. This report includes footage of the new State Police Crime Lab in Baton Rouge. Host: Robyn Ekings