Louisiana § RS 38:415 - Penalties constitute lien on watercraft
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§ RS 38:415. Penalties constitute lien on watercraft
The penalties, costs, and attorney's fees provided for in R.S. 38:411 against boats, vessels, and other watercraft shall be secured by first lien and privilege upon the boat, vessel, or other watercraft.
Acts 1985, No. 785, §1, eff. July 22, 1985.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 38:415 cover?
Section RS 38:415 ("Penalties constitute lien on watercraft") 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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