Louisiana § RS 13:4531 - Costs on appeal; parties liable
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 13:4531 — Costs on appeal; parties liable, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 13:4531. Costs on appeal; parties liable
In all cases of appeal to the Supreme Court the party appellant shall be primarily liable for all costs occasioned by the appeal. The party plaintiff, if appellee, shall never be called on to pay the costs unless he is condemned therefor by judgment on the appeal.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 13:4531
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 13:4531 cover?
Section RS 13:4531 ("Costs on appeal; parties liable") 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 13:4531?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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