Louisiana § RS 37:1511 - Legislative intent

Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 37:1511 — Legislative intent, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ RS 37:1511. Legislative intent

This Chapter is an exercise of the police powers of the state to promote the public health, safety, and welfare by safeguarding the people of this state against incompetent, dishonest, or unprincipled practitioners of veterinary medicine.  It is hereby declared that the right to practice veterinary medicine is a privilege conferred by legislative grant to persons possessed of the personal and professional qualifications specified in this Chapter.  

Acts 1966, No. 35, §1, eff. July 1, 1967.  

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What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 37:1511 cover?

Section RS 37:1511 ("Legislative intent") 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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