Louisiana § CC 732 - Interpretation in the absence of express declaration.
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 732 — Interpretation in the absence of express declaration., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ CC 732. Interpretation in the absence of express declaration.
When the act does not declare expressly that the right granted is for the benefit of an estate or for the benefit of a particular person, the nature of the right is determined in accordance with the following rules.
Acts 1977, No. 514, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 732
What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 732 cover?
Section CC 732 ("Interpretation in the absence of express declaration.") 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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