Louisiana § RS 13:5071 - Findings and purpose
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 13:5071 — Findings and purpose, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 13:5071. Findings and purpose
The Legislature of Louisiana finds that violations of R.S. 13:5061 et seq., threaten the integrity of the tobacco Master Settlement Agreement, the fiscal soundness of the state, and the public health. The legislature finds that enacting procedural enhancements will help prevent violations and aid the enforcement of R.S. 13:5061 et seq., and thereby safeguard the Master Settlement Agreement, the fiscal soundness of the state, and the public health.
Acts 2004, No. 544, §1, eff. June 25, 2004.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 13:5071
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 13:5071 cover?
Section RS 13:5071 ("Findings and purpose") 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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