Louisiana § RS 39:1538.1 - Certain unclaimed property; presumption of abandonment
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 39:1538.1 — Certain unclaimed property; presumption of abandonment, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 39:1538.1. Certain unclaimed property; presumption of abandonment
Notwithstanding any other provisions of law to the contrary, any unclaimed benefits, payments, funds, or checks held by the office of risk management or the Self-Insurance Fund which could be claimed by any claimant, or any heir, estate, or subrogee thereof, shall not be presumed abandoned at any time. Such property shall be held by the office of risk management in the Self-Insurance Fund.
Acts 1988, No. 51, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 39:1538.1
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 39:1538.1 cover?
Section RS 39:1538.1 ("Certain unclaimed property; presumption of abandonment") 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 39:1538.1?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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