Louisiana § RS 33:442 - Docket of mayor's court; marshal

Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 33:442 — Docket of mayor's court; marshal, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ RS 33:442. Docket of mayor's court; marshal

The mayor shall keep a regular docket, on which he shall enter the causes arising under the ordinances and to be tried by him.  He shall keep a perfect record of all cases tried.  He may hold his court at any time.  The marshal shall attend the court and serve its process and act as its executive officer.

Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 33:442

What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 33:442 cover?

Section RS 33:442 ("Docket of mayor's court; marshal") 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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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?

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