Louisiana § CC 1968 - Unlawful cause
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 1968 — Unlawful cause, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ CC 1968. Unlawful cause
The cause of an obligation is unlawful when the enforcement of the obligation would produce a result prohibited by law or against public policy.
Examples of obligations with unlawful causes include those that arise from gaming, gambling, and wagering not authorized by law.
Acts 1984, No. 331, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 1985; Acts 2019, No. 106, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 1968
What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 1968 cover?
Section CC 1968 ("Unlawful cause") 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 1968?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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