New Orleans Judge Files Criminal Complaint Against WWLTV.com Using Repealed Law
A judge in New Orleans has filed a criminal complaint against WWLTV.com, utilizing provisions from a law that has been repealed.

New Orleans, LA, September 29, 2026 — In New Orleans, a judge has initiated a criminal complaint against the online news outlet WWLTV.com. The legal action reportedly utilizes provisions drawn from a statute that has since been repealed.
The specific judge and the exact nature of the criminal complaint have not been publicly detailed beyond the general statement that a complaint has been filed. Similarly, the precise nature of the alleged offense or the specific provisions of the repealed law being invoked remain unclear at this time.
WWLTV.com, a prominent news source in the New Orleans area, has not yet issued a public statement regarding the complaint. The legal maneuver involving a repealed law presents an unusual circumstance, raising questions about the legal basis for such a complaint and its potential implications.
Further details regarding the judge’s identity, the specific allegations, and the legal precedent or argument for using a repealed statute are expected to emerge as the case develops. The contractor’s name was not provided. The fine amount was not provided. The timeline for this filing was not provided. The outcome of any inspection was not provided. Any specific code violations were not provided.
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