Louisiana § RS 39:2165.1 - Legislative intent and purpose
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 39:2165.1 — Legislative intent and purpose, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 39:2165.1. Legislative intent and purpose
The legislature intends the attorney general and private citizens of Louisiana to be agents of this state with the ability, authority, and resources to pursue civil monetary penalties or other remedies to protect the fiscal and programmatic integrity of oil spill relief programs in Louisiana from persons who engage in fraud, misrepresentation, abuse, or other ill practices, as set forth in this Chapter, and obtain funds, property, or other compensation to which they are not entitled.
Acts 2010, No. 658, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 39:2165.1
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 39:2165.1 cover?
Section RS 39:2165.1 ("Legislative intent and purpose") 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 39:2165.1?
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