Stolen valor could become a state crime in Louisiana

By: Wesley Muller

Outlets: Louisiana Illuminator

Published: March 18, 2026

Words: 319

Last Updated: 3 days, 4 hours ago

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Lying about having served in the military could soon carry a serious prison sentence in Louisiana.

Senate Bill 51, sponsored by Sen. Caleb Kleinpeter, R-Port Allen, cleared the state Senate with unanimous support Tuesday and will head to the House of Representatives for consideration.

Kleinpeter’s bill would make what’s known as stolen valor a crime. It encompasses false claims of military service and armed services members taking credit for medals or ribbons …

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