Louisiana § CC 399 - Responsibility for wrongful filing of interdiction petition
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 399 — Responsibility for wrongful filing of interdiction petition, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ CC 399. Responsibility for wrongful filing of interdiction petition
A petitioner whose petition for interdiction is denied is liable for resulting damages caused to the defendant if the petitioner knew or should have known at the time of filing that any material factual allegation regarding the ability of the defendant consistently to make reasoned decisions or to communicate those decisions was false.
Acts 2000, 1st Ex. Sess., No. 25, §1, eff. July 1, 2001.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 399
What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 399 cover?
Section CC 399 ("Responsibility for wrongful filing of interdiction petition") 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 § CC 399?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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How does Louisiana § CC 399 apply to my situation?
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