Louisiana § CC 1977 - Obligation or performance by a third person
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 1977 — Obligation or performance by a third person, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ CC 1977. Obligation or performance by a third person
The object of a contract may be that a third person will incur an obligation or render a performance.
The party who promised that obligation or performance is liable for damages if the third person does not bind himself or does not perform.
Acts 1984, No. 331, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 1985.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 1977
What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 1977 cover?
Section CC 1977 ("Obligation or performance by a third person") 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 1977?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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