Louisiana § CC 3246 - Captain's privilege on cargo for freight charges.
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 3246 — Captain's privilege on cargo for freight charges., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ CC 3246. Captain's privilege on cargo for freight charges.
The captain has a privilege for the freight during fifteen days after the delivery of the merchandise, if they have not passed into third hands. He may even keep the goods, unless the shipper or consignee shall give him security for the payment of the freight.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 3246
What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 3246 cover?
Section CC 3246 ("Captain's privilege on cargo for freight charges.") 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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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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