There is a non-refundable fee for your guests to stay overnight in the res halls between today through Wednesday. Mardi Gras Tips Get out of the way of New Orleans Police Department officers. They'll be working overtime, short-handed and under pressure. Be cooperative and polite to all officers. Do not make the mistake of bringing a weapon to the parades.
Drugs are, of course, illegal.
Getting Out of Jail Have a friend or family member bail you out. Residential Life will not bail you out during the Mardi Gras season. During the last week of Mardi Gras several thousand people are arrested every day. Because of this, the jails overfill and the booking process is delayed. Someone who is arrested may remain in jail for three to four days before they can be indentified and released.