Louisiana § RS 11:3842 - Authority to establish pension and retirement system in municipalities of 20,000 to 90,000; elective and appointive officers; employees
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 11:3842 — Authority to establish pension and retirement system in municipalities of 20,000 to 90,000; elective and appointive officers; employees, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 11:3842. Authority to establish pension and retirement system in municipalities of 20,000 to 90,000; elective and appointive officers; employees
Any municipality having a population in excess of twenty thousand but not exceeding ninety thousand may adopt ordinances establishing actuarially sound pension and retirement systems, in the benefits of which shall be included all elective and appointive officers and employees of the municipality.
Redesignated from R.S. 33:1762 by Acts 1991, No. 74, §3, eff. June 25, 1991.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 11:3842
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 11:3842 cover?
Section RS 11:3842 ("Authority to establish pension and retirement system in municipalities of 20,000 to 90,000; elective and appointive officers; employees") 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 § RS 11:3842?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 11:3842" (Louisiana). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Louisiana official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Louisiana attorney.
How does Louisiana § RS 11:3842 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Louisiana can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Louisiana.