Louisiana § RS 38:361 - Fixing for trial; notice
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 38:361 — Fixing for trial; notice, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 38:361. Fixing for trial; notice
After the answer is filed either party may cause the matter to be fixed for trial in accordance with procedures established by the district courts not inconsistent with this Part, and the court shall issue an order fixing the time of the trial of the suit. The clerk of court shall thereupon issue to all parties a notice of the time fixed for the trial. This notice shall be served at least thirty days before the time fixed for the trial and in the manner provided by law for the service of citations.
Acts 1985, No. 785, §1, eff. July 22, 1985.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 38:361
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 38:361 cover?
Section RS 38:361 ("Fixing for trial; notice") 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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