Louisiana § CC 1860 - Quality of thing to be given

Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 1860 — Quality of thing to be given, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ CC 1860. Quality of thing to be given

When the performance consists of giving a thing that is determined as to its kind only, the obligor need not give one of the best quality but he may not tender one of the worst.

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 1860

What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 1860 cover?

Section CC 1860 ("Quality of thing to be given") 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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