Louisiana § RS 40:405 - Exemptions from levy and execution
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 40:405 — Exemptions from levy and execution, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 40:405. Exemptions from levy and execution
Except to the extent a local housing authority or its subsidiaries may otherwise expressly agree, all real and personal property of a local housing authority and its subsidiaries shall be exempt from execution, levy, and sale for the payment of debt or otherwise pursuant to any judicial or other process.
Added by Acts 1983, No. 107, §1; Amended by Acts 1997, No. 1188, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 40:405
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 40:405 cover?
Section RS 40:405 ("Exemptions from levy and execution") 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 40:405?
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