Louisiana § CC 512 - Effect of bad faith.
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 512 — Effect of bad faith., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ CC 512. Effect of bad faith.
If the person who made the new thing was in bad faith, the court may award its ownership to the owner of the materials.
Acts 1979, No. 180, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 512
What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 512 cover?
Section CC 512 ("Effect of bad faith.") 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 512?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § CC 512" (Louisiana). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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How does Louisiana § CC 512 apply to my situation?
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