Louisiana § CC 885 - Basis of partition in cases of representation
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 885 — Basis of partition in cases of representation, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ CC 885. Basis of partition in cases of representation
In all cases in which representation is permitted, the partition is made by roots; if one root has produced several branches, the subdivision is also made by roots in each branch, and the members of the same branch take by heads.
Acts 1981, No. 919, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 1982.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 885
What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 885 cover?
Section CC 885 ("Basis of partition in cases of representation") 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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