Louisiana § RS 34:809 - Ex parte proceedings upon claimant's failure to answer
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 34:809 — Ex parte proceedings upon claimant's failure to answer, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 34:809. Ex parte proceedings upon claimant's failure to answer
If any claimant who has filed a release bond does not thereafter make due answer to the plaintiff's petition on or before the return day, the court shall on motion of the plaintiff declare the claimant in default, and thereafter the cause shall proceed ex parte, as provided for in the disposition of civil suits at law where the defendant has failed to appear and answer.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 34:809
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 34:809 cover?
Section RS 34:809 ("Ex parte proceedings upon claimant's failure to answer") 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 34:809?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 34:809" (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?
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How does Louisiana § RS 34:809 apply to my situation?
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