Louisiana § RS 39:1176 - Form of certificates
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 39:1176 — Form of certificates, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 39:1176. Form of certificates
The certificates of indebtedness shall be executed and signed by the president and secretary or clerk of the parish governing body or school board, or by the mayor and secretary or clerk of the municipal corporation issuing them, or by other officials whose positions correspond to those mentioned. The interest shall be evidenced by coupons bearing facsimiles of the signatures of the above officials and the certificates shall be negotiable.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 39:1176
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 39:1176 cover?
Section RS 39:1176 ("Form of certificates") 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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