Louisiana § CC 1834 - Act that fails to be authentic
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 1834 — Act that fails to be authentic, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ CC 1834. Act that fails to be authentic
An act that fails to be authentic because of the lack of competence or capacity of the notary public, or because of a defect of form, may still be valid as an act under private signature.
Acts 1984, No. 331, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 1985.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 1834
What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 1834 cover?
Section CC 1834 ("Act that fails to be authentic") 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 1834?
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