Louisiana § CC 871 - Meaning of succession
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 871 — Meaning of succession, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ CC 871. Meaning of succession
Succession is the transmission of the estate of the deceased to his successors. The successors thus have the right to take possession of the estate of the deceased after complying with applicable provisions of law.
Acts 1981 No. 919, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 1982.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 871
What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 871 cover?
Section CC 871 ("Meaning of succession") is part of the Louisiana Civil Code, the codified statutory law of Louisiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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