Louisiana § RS 33:1661 - Compensation and bond
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 33:1661 — Compensation and bond, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 33:1661. Compensation and bond
The police jury shall fix the compensation and amount of bond to be furnished by the parish treasurer. The bond shall be recorded in the mortgage book of the parish and shall have the effect of a mortgage on all the property of the principal. When the parish treasurer produced his quietus, showing that he has accounted for all the funds and property in his possession, he may have his bond canceled and the mortgage resulting from its inscription erased.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 33:1661
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 33:1661 cover?
Section RS 33:1661 ("Compensation and bond") 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 33:1661?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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