Louisiana § CC 1856 - Valid transfer of object of performance
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 1856 — Valid transfer of object of performance, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ CC 1856. Valid transfer of object of performance
An obligation that may be extinguished by the transfer of a thing is not extinguished unless the thing has been validly transferred to the obligee of performance.
Acts 1984, No. 331, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 1985.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 1856
What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 1856 cover?
Section CC 1856 ("Valid transfer of object of performance") 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 1856?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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How does Louisiana § CC 1856 apply to my situation?
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