Louisiana § RS 15:1191 - Claims arising under federal law
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 15:1191 — Claims arising under federal law, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 15:1191. Claims arising under federal law
Except as specifically prohibited by federal law, the provisions of this Part shall also apply to all prisoner suits in state courts asserting claims arising under 42 U.S.C. 1983 or other federal laws.
Acts 2001, No. 801, §1, eff. June 26, 2001.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 15:1191
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 15:1191 cover?
Section RS 15:1191 ("Claims arising under federal law") 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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