Louisiana § RS 12:266 - Scope of Chapter
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 12:266 — Scope of Chapter, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 12:266. Scope of Chapter
This Chapter does not apply to:
(1) Any corporation organized for any purpose involving pecuniary profit or gain to its shareholders or members, or which pays dividends or similar pecuniary remuneration;
(2) Co-operative marketing or credit associations or corporations organized under the provisions of Title 3;
(3) Any corporation transacting any type of insurance business; or
(4) Foreign corporations, whether business or nonprofit, except where reference is made to such corporations.
Acts 1968, No. 105, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 12:266
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 12:266 cover?
Section RS 12:266 ("Scope of Chapter") 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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