Louisiana § CC 1359 - Deductions allowed.
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 1359 — Deductions allowed., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ CC 1359. Deductions allowed.
The deductions, which are to be made before the partition of a succession, consist:
1. Of the sums due to one or more of the heirs for a debt due them by the deceased, or advance [advances] made to the succession, or expenses on its effects, according to the account settled among the heirs;
2. Of the amount owing to the heirs to whom a collation is due, when the collation is made by taking less, in order that the heirs may receive a portion equal to the amount of the collation which is due;
3. Of the privileged debts due or paid on account of the succession, which have been incurred since the death of the deceased, or in order to effect the partition.
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 1359
What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 1359 cover?
Section CC 1359 ("Deductions allowed.") 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 1359?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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