Louisiana § CC 3039 - Suretyship requires no formal acceptance
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 3039 — Suretyship requires no formal acceptance, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ CC 3039. Suretyship requires no formal acceptance
Suretyship is established upon receipt by the creditor of the writing evidencing the surety's obligation. The creditor's acceptance is presumed and no notice of acceptance is required.
Acts 1987, No. 409, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 1988.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 3039
What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 3039 cover?
Section CC 3039 ("Suretyship requires no formal acceptance") 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.
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