Louisiana § RS 13:5354 - Authorization

Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 13:5354 — Authorization, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ RS 13:5354. Authorization

Each district court by rule may designate one or more divisions to preside over a mental health treatment court program to which alcohol- or drug-related offenses are assigned, and may establish a program to be administered by the presiding judge or judges thereof or by an employee designated by the court.  The judicial district is authorized to provide funding for any expenses related to the administration and operation of such a mental health court treatment program.

Acts 2013, No. 346, §1.

Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 13:5354

What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 13:5354 cover?

Section RS 13:5354 ("Authorization") 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 13:5354?

A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 13:5354" (Louisiana). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

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