Louisiana § CC 2304 - Restoration of a thing or its value
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 2304 — Restoration of a thing or its value, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ CC 2304. Restoration of a thing or its value
When the thing not owed is an immovable or a corporeal movable, the person who received it is bound to restore the thing itself, if it exists.
If the thing has been destroyed, damaged, or cannot be returned, a person who received the thing in good faith is bound to restore its value if the loss was caused by his fault. A person who received the thing in bad faith is bound to restore its value even if the loss was not caused by his fault.
Acts 1995, No. 1041, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 1996.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 2304
What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 2304 cover?
Section CC 2304 ("Restoration of a thing or its value") 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 2304?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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How does Louisiana § CC 2304 apply to my situation?
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