Louisiana § CC 2578 - Liability for deterioration at the time of redemption
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 2578 — Liability for deterioration at the time of redemption, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ CC 2578. Liability for deterioration at the time of redemption
During the time allowed for redemption, the buyer must administer the thing sold with the degree of care of a prudent administrator. He is liable to the redeeming seller for any deterioration of the thing caused by the lack of such care.
Acts 1993, No. 841, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 1995.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 2578
What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 2578 cover?
Section CC 2578 ("Liability for deterioration at the time of redemption") 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 2578?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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