Louisiana § CC 3148 - Pledge securing an obligation of another person
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 3148 — Pledge securing an obligation of another person, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ CC 3148. Pledge securing an obligation of another person
A person may pledge his property to secure an obligation of another person. In such a case, the pledgor may assert against the pledgee any defense that the obligor could assert except lack of capacity or discharge in bankruptcy of the obligor. The pledgor may also assert any other defenses available to a surety.
Acts 2014, No. 281, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 2015.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 3148
What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 3148 cover?
Section CC 3148 ("Pledge securing an obligation of another person") 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 3148?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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