Louisiana § RS 13:2153 - Salary and expenses of clerks
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 13:2153 — Salary and expenses of clerks, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 13:2153. Salary and expenses of clerks
A. The salary of the clerk of the First City Court of the City of New Orleans shall be twenty-two thousand dollars per annum payable monthly out of the judicial expense fund of the parish of Orleans.
In addition to his salary, the clerk of the First City Court of the City of New Orleans shall receive a sum not to exceed ten percent of his annual salary as an expense allowance. This allowance shall be payable out of the judicial expense fund upon the warrant of the clerk of the First City Court of the City of New Orleans.
B. The salary of the clerk of the Second City Court in the City of New Orleans shall be eighteen thousand seven hundred dollars per annum, payable monthly out of the judicial expense fund of the parish of Orleans.
C. The annual salaries established by this Section shall be the minimum salary and after January 1, 1980, the salaries shall be as fixed by the judges of the civil district court sitting en banc with any additional salary being payable out of the judicial expense fund.
Acts 1960, No. 32, §3, eff. Jan. 1, 1961. Amended by Acts 1961, No. 82, §1; Acts 1961, No. 84, §1; Acts 1963, No. 73, §1; Acts 1966, No. 213, §1; Acts 1967, No. 55, §1; Acts 1970, No. 91, §1; Acts 1972, No. 99, §1; Acts 1974, No. 542, §1; Acts 1975, No. 9, §1; Acts 1976, No. 318, §1; Acts 1977, No. 683, §1; Acts 1979, No. 211, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 13:2153
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 13:2153 cover?
Section RS 13:2153 ("Salary and expenses of clerks") 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 13:2153?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 13:2153" (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 13:2153 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.