Louisiana § RS 31:10 - Liability to others with interests in common reservoir or deposit
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 31:10 — Liability to others with interests in common reservoir or deposit, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 31:10. Liability to others with interests in common reservoir or deposit
A person with rights in a common reservoir or deposit of minerals may not make works, operate, or otherwise use his rights so as to deprive another intentionally or negligently of the liberty of enjoying his rights, or that may intentionally or negligently cause damage to him. This Article and Article 9 shall not affect the right of a landowner to extract liquid or gaseous minerals in accordance with the principle of Article 8.
Acts 1974, No. 50, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 1975.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 31:10
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 31:10 cover?
Section RS 31:10 ("Liability to others with interests in common reservoir or deposit") 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 31:10?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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