States in the union preserve records on documents, vehicular traffic infractions, marriage and divorce permits, property and lien records, and more, and thanks to Louisiana’s Open Meetings Law, these records are available to the general public. Because of these laws, Louisianans have access to, explore, and procure information about police arrest records, marriage licenses, court papers, and traffic violations, all of which contain titles, times, sentences, and specifics on events which occur inside the municipality. This legislation, which had been generally in line with the U.S. Freedom of Information Act, are in place to ensure U.S. Citizens and citizens of Port Barre are able to realize their own privileges, and hold regulators and criminals responsible for their actions, supporting a free and open culture for all.