Louisiana § RS 47:139 - Adjusted basis for determining gain or loss
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 47:139 — Adjusted basis for determining gain or loss, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 47:139. Adjusted basis for determining gain or loss
The adjusted basis for determining the gain or loss from the sale or other disposition of property, whenever acquired, shall be the basis determined under R.S. 47:140 through 47:155, adjusted as provided in R.S. 47:156.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 47:139
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 47:139 cover?
Section RS 47:139 ("Adjusted basis for determining gain or loss") 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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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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