Louisiana § RS 37:2665 - Penalties
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 37:2665 — Penalties, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 37:2665. Penalties
A. Whoever violates this Chapter shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, shall be punished by imprisonment for not more than six months or by fine or both, and each violation shall be considered a separate offense.
B. The board may enforce this Chapter by injunction or by any other appropriate proceeding. No such proceeding shall be barred by any proceeding had or pending pursuant to R.S. 37:2662, or by the imposition of any fine or term of imprisonment pursuant thereto.
Added by Acts 1972, No. 260, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 1973; Acts 1995, No. 892, §2.
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 37:2665
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 37:2665 cover?
Section RS 37:2665 ("Penalties") 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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