Louisiana § RS 37:847 - Hearings; subpoenas
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 37:847 — Hearings; subpoenas, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 37:847. Hearings; subpoenas
A. A quorum of the board or a committee of the board may take testimony concerning matters under its jurisdiction. The board, through its presiding officer, may issue subpoenas to enforce the attendance of witnesses, and administer oaths to witnesses.
B. The board may hold an informal meeting to ascertain facts of an alleged violation of any provision of this Part. The board may appoint one or more of its members who shall investigate the alleged violation and report their findings to the board. The board may compel the appearance of parties to the alleged violation or witnesses to the alleged violation. The board may, by majority vote, dismiss the complaint or call for a formal hearing.
C. If a formal hearing is called, parties to the alleged violation and complaint shall be present either voluntarily or by subpoena. A proper legal record of the hearing shall be required in a manner legally accepted in judicial proceedings. After hearing and reviewing the evidence presented, the board, within a reasonable time, shall render a decision and issue its decision and orders to all parties.
Acts 1983, No. 454, §1
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 37:847 cover?
Section RS 37:847 ("Hearings; subpoenas") 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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