Louisiana § CC 2701 - Call in warranty
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 2701 — Call in warranty, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ CC 2701. Call in warranty
The lessor is bound to take all steps necessary to protect the lessee's possession against any disturbance covered by Article 2700 as soon as the lessor is informed of such a disturbance. If the lessor fails to do so, the lessee may, without prejudice to his rights against the lessor, file any appropriate action against the person who caused the disturbance.
If a third person brings against the lessee an action asserting a right in the thing or contesting the lessee's right to possess it, the lessee may join the lessor as a party to the action and shall be dismissed from the action, if the lessee so demands.
Acts 2004, No. 821, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 2005; Acts 2025, No. 488, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 2701
What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 2701 cover?
Section CC 2701 ("Call in warranty") 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 2701?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § CC 2701" (Louisiana). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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How does Louisiana § CC 2701 apply to my situation?
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