Louisiana § RS 24:556 - Punishment for contempt
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 24:556 — Punishment for contempt, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 24:556. Punishment for contempt
In addition to the power and authority of the council to punish for contempt as provided in Article III, Section 7 of the Louisiana Constitution, the council shall also have the power and authority to invoke the provisions of R.S. 24:4 through R.S. 24:6, inclusive, in order to subject persons guilty of contempt of the council to the penalties provided for therein.
Acts 1978, No. 357, §2.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 24:556
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 24:556 cover?
Section RS 24:556 ("Punishment for contempt") 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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