Louisiana § RS 17:109 - Appearance of attorney general; costs
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 17:109 — Appearance of attorney general; costs, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 17:109. Appearance of attorney general; costs
The board before whom any objection or proceeding with respect to the placement of pupils is pending may, upon authorization in writing of a majority of the board, request the attorney general of Louisiana to appear in such proceedings as amicus curiae to assist the board in the performance of its judicial functions and to represent the public interest. Expenses of court reporters, subpoenas, witness fees and other costs of such proceedings approved by the board shall be the obligation of the city or parish involved, and shall be paid from the public school funds of such city or parish.
Acts 1960, No. 492, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 17:109 cover?
Section RS 17:109 ("Appearance of attorney general; costs") 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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