Louisiana § CC 936 - Continuation of the possession of decedent

Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 936 — Continuation of the possession of decedent, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ CC 936. Continuation of the possession of decedent

The possession of the decedent is transferred to his successors, whether testate or intestate, and if testate, whether particular, general, or universal legatees.

A universal successor continues the possession of the decedent with all its advantages and defects, and with no alteration in the nature of the possession.

A particular successor may commence a new possession for purposes of acquisitive prescription.

Acts 1997, No. 1421, §1, eff. July 1, 1999.

Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 936

What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 936 cover?

Section CC 936 ("Continuation of the possession of decedent") 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 936?

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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?

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