Louisiana § RS 22:144 - Capital requirements
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 22:144 — Capital requirements, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 22:144. Capital requirements
All domestic insurers organized after 12:00 noon on July 27, 1960, qualifying to write industrial life insurance only, shall, in lieu of the capital requirements of R.S. 22:81, or the minimum surplus requirements of R.S. 22:111 and 22:114, have a paid-in capital of thirty thousand dollars, and a minimum surplus of thirty thousand dollars, if a stock insurer, or a minimum surplus of sixty thousand dollars, if a mutual insurer, before beginning business.
Acts 1958, No. 125. Amended by Acts 1960, No. 150, §1; Redesignated from R.S. 22:254 by Acts 2008, No. 415, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 2009.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 22:144
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 22:144 cover?
Section RS 22:144 ("Capital requirements") 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 22:144?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 22:144" (Louisiana). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Louisiana official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Louisiana attorney.
How does Louisiana § RS 22:144 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Louisiana can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Louisiana.