Louisiana § RS 33:258 - Contests
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 33:258 — Contests, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 33:258. Contests
For sixty days after promulgation of the results of an election held under this Subpart, any person in interest may contest the legality of the election as provided in Chapter 9 of Title 18 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950. After that time no one shall have any cause or right of action to contest the regularity, formality, or legality of the election. If the validity of the election is not raised within the sixty days, the authority to dissolve the municipality shall be conclusively presumed to be valid, and no court shall have authority to inquire into such matters.
Acts 2016, No. 313, §1, eff. June 2, 2016.
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 33:258
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 33:258 cover?
Section RS 33:258 ("Contests") 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 33:258?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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