Louisiana § RS 3:1141 - Parishes empowered to acquire land
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 3:1141 — Parishes empowered to acquire land, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 3:1141. Parishes empowered to acquire land
The governing authorities of the several parishes of this state may acquire the ownership of a tract of land, and when so acquired the title to the land shall rest in the public. In those parishes having large areas of different classes of soil, they may, under this Part, acquire tracts representative of the several classes of soil that predominate in the particular parish.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 3:1141
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 3:1141 cover?
Section RS 3:1141 ("Parishes empowered to acquire land") 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 3:1141?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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