Louisiana § CC 2777 - Privilege of workmen on ships and boats.
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 2777 — Privilege of workmen on ships and boats., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ CC 2777. Privilege of workmen on ships and boats.
Workmen employed in the construction or repair of ships and boats, enjoy the privilege established above, without being bound to reduce their contracts to writing, whatever may be their amount, provided the statement of the claim is recorded in the manner required by law; but this privilege ceases, if they have allowed the ship or boat to depart, without exercising their right.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 2777
What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 2777 cover?
Section CC 2777 ("Privilege of workmen on ships and boats.") 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 2777?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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