Louisiana § RS 16:5 - Commission on funds collected
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 16:5 — Commission on funds collected, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 16:5. Commission on funds collected
The district attorneys of this state, the parish of Orleans excepted, shall receive a commission of five per cent on all amounts they may collect in any suit in favor of the state, parish or school boards, and the commissions, as now allowed by law, for collections on forfeited bonds.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 16:5
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 16:5 cover?
Section RS 16:5 ("Commission on funds collected") 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 16:5?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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