Louisiana § RS 30:31 - Permitting gas well to go wild or burn prohibited; capping or plugging; notice
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 30:31 — Permitting gas well to go wild or burn prohibited; capping or plugging; notice, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 30:31. Permitting gas well to go wild or burn prohibited; capping or plugging; notice
No person shall negligently permit a natural gas well to become uncontrollable, or to wastefully burn. The owner, or person in possession of such a well shall prevent waste by escape or burning by securely closing the well by cap or plug or in any other fashion after five days written notice to do so. This notice may be given by any person with an interest in stopping the waste or, by a constable or justice of the peace of the parish wherein the well is located.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 30:31
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 30:31 cover?
Section RS 30:31 ("Permitting gas well to go wild or burn prohibited; capping or plugging; notice") 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 30:31?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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How does Louisiana § RS 30:31 apply to my situation?
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