Louisiana § CC 583 - Ruin from accident, force majeure , or age
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 583 — Ruin from accident, force majeure , or age, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ CC 583. Ruin from accident, force majeure , or age
Neither the usufructuary nor the naked owner is bound to restore property that has been totally destroyed through accident, force majeure, or age.
If the naked owner elects to restore the property or to make extraordinary repairs, he shall do so within a reasonable time and in the manner least inconvenient and onerous for the usufructuary.
Acts 1976, No. 103, §1; Acts 2010, No. 881, §1, eff. July 2, 2010.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 583
What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 583 cover?
Section CC 583 ("Ruin from accident, force majeure , or age") 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 583?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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