Louisiana § RS 13:698 - Judges to be reimbursed office expenses
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 13:698 — Judges to be reimbursed office expenses, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 13:698. Judges to be reimbursed office expenses
District judges and the judge or judges of the family court for the parish of East Baton Rouge and the judge or judges of the juvenile court of East Baton Rouge, of the juvenile court for Caddo Parish, the juvenile court for the parish of Jefferson, and the Orleans Parish Juvenile Court shall be reimbursed actual expenses of the salaries of stenographers, clerks, law books, legal periodicals, stationery, telephone, and like expenses incurred in the discharge of their duties. Such expenses shall not exceed the sum of five thousand dollars for any judge in any one year.
Acts 1990, No. 158, §1, eff. July 1, 1990.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 13:698
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 13:698 cover?
Section RS 13:698 ("Judges to be reimbursed office expenses") 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 13:698?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 13:698" (Louisiana). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Louisiana official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Louisiana attorney.
How does Louisiana § RS 13:698 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Louisiana can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Louisiana.