Louisiana § RS 38:1639 - Expropriation of land
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 38:1639 — Expropriation of land, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 38:1639. Expropriation of land
The board may expropriate for the use of the district any land or property within or without the district not acquired or condemned by the court on the report of the board of appraisers assessing benefits and damages, and shall follow the procedure that is now provided by law for expropriation of land or other property taken for telegraph, telephone, and railroad rights of way.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 38:1639
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 38:1639 cover?
Section RS 38:1639 ("Expropriation of land") 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 38:1639?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 38:1639" (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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