Louisiana § RS 29:364 - Maintenance and support
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 29:364 — Maintenance and support, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 29:364. Maintenance and support
A tutor or curator shall not apply any portion of the income or the estate for the support or maintenance of any person other than the ward, his spouse, minor children, and dependent parents except upon petition to and prior order of the court after a hearing. A signed duplicate or certified copy of the said petition shall be furnished the proper office of the veterans administration and notice of hearing thereon shall be given the said office as provided in the case of hearing on a fiduciary's account or other pleading.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 29:364
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 29:364 cover?
Section RS 29:364 ("Maintenance and support") 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.
How do I cite Louisiana § RS 29:364?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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