Louisiana § RS 32:145 - Unattended motor vehicles
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 32:145 — Unattended motor vehicles, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 32:145. Unattended motor vehicles
No person driving or in charge of any motor vehicle shall permit it to stand unattended without first stopping the motor, locking the ignition, removing the key, and effectively setting the brake thereon, and, when standing upon any grade, turning the front wheels to the curb or side of the highway.
Acts 1962, No. 310, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 32:145
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 32:145 cover?
Section RS 32:145 ("Unattended motor vehicles") 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 32:145?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 32:145" (Louisiana). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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How does Louisiana § RS 32:145 apply to my situation?
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