Louisiana § CC 3533 - Immovables situated in this state
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 3533 — Immovables situated in this state, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ CC 3533. Immovables situated in this state
Except as otherwise provided in this Title, testate and intestate succession to immovables situated in this state is governed by the law of this state.
The forced heirship law of this state does not apply if the deceased was domiciled outside this state at the time of death and he left no forced heirs domiciled in this state at the time of his death.
Acts 1991, No. 923, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 1992; Acts 1997, No. 257, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 3533
What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 3533 cover?
Section CC 3533 ("Immovables situated in this state") 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 3533?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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