Louisiana § RS 15:429 - Corporate existence presumed unless affidavit of denial filed before trial
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 15:429 — Corporate existence presumed unless affidavit of denial filed before trial, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 15:429. Corporate existence presumed unless affidavit of denial filed before trial
On trial of any criminal case it shall not be necessary to prove the incorporation of any corporation mentioned in the indictment, unless the defendant, before entering upon such trial, shall have filed his affidavit specifically denying the existence of such corporation.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 15:429
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 15:429 cover?
Section RS 15:429 ("Corporate existence presumed unless affidavit of denial filed before trial") 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 15:429?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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