Louisiana § RS 38:1775 - List of voters

Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 38:1775 — List of voters, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ RS 38:1775. List of voters

The registrar of voters shall furnish the election commissioners appointed to hold the elections with a list of the land owners entitled to vote, together with the number of acres of each land owner entitled to vote as shown by the assessment roll made and filed prior to the election.  When any land owner's name or the number of acres shall be omitted from the list or erroneously entered thereon the commissioners of election may receive affidavits of the land owner entitled to vote and the number of acres owned by him, which affidavit shall be attached to the voter's ballot.  No defect or irregularity in or omission from the list of voters furnished by the registrar of voters hereunder shall affect the validity of the election, unless it shall be established that voters were deprived of votes sufficient in number or in number of acres to have changed the result of the election.  

Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 38:1775

What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 38:1775 cover?

Section RS 38:1775 ("List of voters") 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 38:1775?

A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 38:1775" (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?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Louisiana official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Louisiana attorney.

How does Louisiana § RS 38:1775 apply to my situation?

Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Louisiana can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.

Sources & Verification

Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Louisiana.