Louisiana § RS 13:2488.22 - Territorial jurisdiction; venue

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§ RS 13:2488.22. Territorial jurisdiction; venue

A.  The territorial jurisdiction of the city court shall extend throughout the city of Baker, as the same now exists or may hereinafter be changed or altered.  The city court shall be composed of a city judge, a clerk of court, a city marshal, and such other personnel as are deemed necessary for the proper operation of the court.  

B.  The venue shall be as provided by law.  

Acts 1970, No. 424, §2.  Acts 1986, No. 226, §1.  

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

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