Louisiana § RS 38:1997 - Elections
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 38:1997 — Elections, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 38:1997. Elections
In all elections levying special taxes, local assessments, forced contributions, and acreage taxes, held in the Lafourche Basin Levee and Drainage District, the governing authority thereof shall proceed in the manner and according to the provisions of the Constitution and laws of Louisiana governing the elections in political subdivisions of the state.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 38:1997
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 38:1997 cover?
Section RS 38:1997 ("Elections") 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 38:1997?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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