Louisiana § RS 13:5237 - Remedies
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 13:5237 — Remedies, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 13:5237. Remedies
A. Subject to the provisions of R.S. 13:5240(C), a person whose religious exercise is being, has been, or is likely to be burdened in violation of this Part may assert that violation as a claim or defense in a judicial, or an administrative, or other proceeding and obtain appropriate relief, not to include punitive or exemplary damages, without regard to whether the proceeding is brought in the name of the state or by any other person, including but not limited to:
(1) Injunctive relief, protective order, writ of mandamus or prohibition, or declaratory relief to prevent any violation of these provisions.
(2) The actual damages, reasonable attorney fees, and court costs, including court approved expert witness fees.
B. If after satisfying the notice provisions provided in R.S. 13:5238, a person obtains preliminary injunctive relief under this Part, the person shall remain entitled to the remedies provided in Paragraph (A)(2) of this Section, notwithstanding any voluntary cessation or efforts to remove the infringing burden on the moving party's religious beliefs.
Acts 2010, No. 793, §1; Acts 2025, No. 358, §1, eff. June 20, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 13:5237
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 13:5237 cover?
Section RS 13:5237 ("Remedies") 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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