Louisiana § RS 41:424 - Suits in name of state
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 41:424 — Suits in name of state, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 41:424. Suits in name of state
All suits or process shall be in the name of and for the use and benefit of the state, and shall be issued and served by the proper officials without advance of costs, or security therefor.
All suits shall be prosecuted to judgment and final execution; and in cases where suits have already been instituted the district attorney shall prosecute them to final judgment and execution.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 41:424
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 41:424 cover?
Section RS 41:424 ("Suits in name of state") 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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