Louisiana § CC 3351 - Ancient documents; presumptions
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 3351 — Ancient documents; presumptions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ CC 3351. Ancient documents; presumptions
An instrument that has been recorded for at least ten years is presumed to have been signed by all persons whose purported signatures are affixed thereto, and, if a judgment, that it was rendered by a court of competent jurisdiction.
Acts 2005, No. 169, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 2006; Acts 2005, 1st Ex. Sess., No. 13, §1, eff. Nov. 29, 2005.
NOTE: Acts 2005, 1st Ex. Sess., No. 13, §1, changed the effective date of Acts 2005, No. 169, to July 1, 2006.
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 3351
What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 3351 cover?
Section CC 3351 ("Ancient documents; presumptions") 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 3351?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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