Louisiana § CC 3036 - Obligations for which suretyship may be established
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 3036 — Obligations for which suretyship may be established, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ CC 3036. Obligations for which suretyship may be established
Suretyship may be established for any lawful obligation, which, with respect to the suretyship, is the principal obligation.
The principal obligation may be subject to a term or condition, may be presently existing, or may arise in the future.
Amended by Acts 1979, No. 711, §1; Acts 1987, No. 409, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 1988.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 3036
What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 3036 cover?
Section CC 3036 ("Obligations for which suretyship may be established") 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 3036?
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