Louisiana § RS 29:240 - Article 140. Immunity for action of military courts
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 29:240 — Article 140. Immunity for action of military courts, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 29:240. Article 140. Immunity for action of military courts
No accused may bring an action or proceeding against the convening authority or a member of a military court or board convened under this code or person acting under its authority or reviewing its proceedings because of the approval, imposition, or execution of any sentence or the imposition or collection of a fine or penalty, or the execution of any process or mandate of a military court or board convened under this code.
Acts 1974, No. 621, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 29:240
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 29:240 cover?
Section RS 29:240 ("Article 140. Immunity for action of military courts") 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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