Louisiana § CC 3146 - Obligations for which pledge may be given
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 3146 — Obligations for which pledge may be given, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ CC 3146. Obligations for which pledge may be given
A pledge may be given to secure the performance of any lawful obligation, including obligations that arise in the future. As to all obligations, present and future, secured by the pledge, notwithstanding the nature of the obligations or the date they arise, the pledge has effect between the parties from the time that the requirements for formation of the contract of pledge are satisfied and has effect as to third persons from the time that the applicable requirements of Articles 3153 through 3155 are satisfied.
Acts 2014, No. 281, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 2015.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 3146
What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 3146 cover?
Section CC 3146 ("Obligations for which pledge may be given") 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 3146?
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