Louisiana § RS 29:735.1 - Immunity of health care providers
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 29:735.1 — Immunity of health care providers, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 29:735.1. Immunity of health care providers
During a declared state of emergency anywhere in the state, any health care provider who in good faith voluntarily renders emergency care or first aid to assist persons injured as a result of the emergency whether the aid is rendered in the area subject to the declaration of emergency or elsewhere shall not be civilly liable for causing the death of, or injury to, any person or damage to any property except in the event of gross negligence or willful misconduct.
Acts 2006, No. 244, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 29:735.1
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 29:735.1 cover?
Section RS 29:735.1 ("Immunity of health care providers") 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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