Louisiana § CC 1831 - Party must prove obligation

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§ CC 1831. Party must prove obligation

A party who demands performance of an obligation must prove the existence of the obligation.

A party who asserts that an obligation is null, or that it has been modified or extinguished, must prove the facts or acts giving rise to the nullity, modification, or extinction.

Acts 1984, No. 331, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 1985.

Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 1831

What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 1831 cover?

Section CC 1831 ("Party must prove 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.

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