Louisiana § RS 32:1041 - Exceptions
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 32:1041 — Exceptions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 32:1041. Exceptions
A. This Chapter shall not apply with respect to any motor vehicle owned by the United States, this state or any political subdivision of this state, or any municipality therein, a bona fide organized public volunteer fire department which owns and operates those specially equipped motor vehicles for fire fighting purposes, nor, except for R.S. 32:871 and 905, with respect to any motor vehicle which is subject to the jurisdiction of the Louisiana Public Service Commission, or to any motor vehicle subject to registration under the single state registration for motor carriers authorized by 49 U.S.C. 11506, or as otherwise permitted by federal law, or to carriers of persons operating over specified routes with fixed termini and predominantly under franchises or indeterminate permits granted by an incorporated municipality and who are subject to the regulatory jurisdiction of such municipality.
B. Any person, firm, association, or corporation licensed and engaged in the business of renting or leasing motor vehicles to be operated on the public highways shall only be required to furnish proof of financial ability to satisfy any judgment or judgments rendered against said person, firm, association, or corporation in his or its capacity as owner of the said motor vehicles, and shall not be required to furnish proof of its financial ability to satisfy any judgment or judgments rendered against the person to whom the motor vehicle was rented or leased at the time of the accident.
Acts 1952, No. 52, §33; Acts 1990, No. 862, §1; Acts 1995, No. 301, §1, eff. June 15, 1995.
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 32:1041
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 32:1041 cover?
Section RS 32:1041 ("Exceptions") 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 32:1041?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 32:1041" (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 32:1041 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.