Louisiana § RS 13:760 - Limitations on liability for damages
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 13:760 — Limitations on liability for damages, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 13:760. Limitations on liability for damages
No clerk of court and no deputy of such officer who performs any act or issues any order in conformity with the written order or judgment of any judge of a court in this state shall be liable in either his individual or official capacity to any person, firm, or corporation for any damage as the result of such action. This exemption from liability shall extend to any surety or liability insurance carrier of such officer.
Acts 1986, No. 290, §1; Acts 1997, No. 487, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 13:760
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 13:760 cover?
Section RS 13:760 ("Limitations on liability for damages") 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 13:760?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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