Louisiana § CC 115 - Extinguishment of support obligation
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 115 — Extinguishment of support obligation, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ CC 115. Extinguishment of support obligation
The obligation of interim spousal support or final periodic support is extinguished upon the remarriage of the obligee, the death of either party, or a judicial determination that the obligee has cohabited with another person of either sex in the manner of married persons.
Acts 1997, No. 1078, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 1998; Acts 2018, No. 265, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 115
What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 115 cover?
Section CC 115 ("Extinguishment of support obligation") 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 115?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § CC 115" (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 § CC 115 apply to my situation?
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