Louisiana § CC 1272 - Sale by donee and subsequent destruction of immovable subject to collation.
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 1272 — Sale by donee and subsequent destruction of immovable subject to collation., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ CC 1272. Sale by donee and subsequent destruction of immovable subject to collation.
If the immovable property which has been given has been sold by the donee, and afterwards is destroyed by accident in the possession of the purchaser, the donee shall only be obliged to collate by taking less the price he received for the sale.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 1272
What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 1272 cover?
Section CC 1272 ("Sale by donee and subsequent destruction of immovable subject to collation.") 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 1272?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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How does Louisiana § CC 1272 apply to my situation?
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