Louisiana § CC 899 - Nearest in degree among more remote relations
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 899 — Nearest in degree among more remote relations, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ CC 899. Nearest in degree among more remote relations
Among the successors in each class the nearest relation to the deceased, according to the following articles, is called to succeed.
Acts 1981, No. 919, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 1982.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 899
What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 899 cover?
Section CC 899 ("Nearest in degree among more remote relations") 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 899?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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