Louisiana § RS 38:2048 - Liberal construction
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 38:2048 — Liberal construction, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 38:2048. Liberal construction
This Part, being intended to carry out a function of the state to protect the health and welfare of the inhabitants of the portion of the state to be affected hereby, shall be liberally construed by the courts to effect its purposes.
Added by Acts 1982, No. 69, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 38:2048
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 38:2048 cover?
Section RS 38:2048 ("Liberal construction") 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 38:2048?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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