Louisiana § RS 32:857 - Uniformity of interpretation
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 32:857 — Uniformity of interpretation, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 32:857. Uniformity of interpretation
This Chapter shall be so interpreted and construed as to effectuate its general purpose to make uniform the laws of those states which enact it.
Acts 1952, No. 52, §39.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 32:857
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 32:857 cover?
Section RS 32:857 ("Uniformity of interpretation") 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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