Louisiana § RS 13:3382 - Waiver
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 13:3382 — Waiver, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 13:3382. Waiver
A. Notwithstanding any provision of law to the contrary, a plaintiff filing a claim for defamation of character, libel, slander, or damage to reputation referenced in R.S. 13:3381, waives all privileges and protections relating to the civil or criminal investigations, administrative hearings, or any other hearing or legal proceeding regarding the alleged sexual misconduct.
B. Such waiver shall apply but not be limited to all evidence, records, testimony, and findings of an investigation, hearing, or proceeding.
C. Such waiver shall not be construed to waive the attorney-client privilege of any party.
Acts 2018, No. 359, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 13:3382
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 13:3382 cover?
Section RS 13:3382 ("Waiver") 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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