Louisiana § RS 40:1023 - Prohibited acts
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 40:1023 — Prohibited acts, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 40:1023. Prohibited acts
A. It is unlawful for any person or corporation, knowing, or under circumstances where one reasonably should know, to sell, lend, rent, lease, give, exchange, or otherwise distribute to any person any drug paraphernalia.
B. It is unlawful for any person or corporation, knowing, or under circumstances where one reasonably should know, to display for sale or possess with the intent to distribute, any drug paraphernalia.
C. It is unlawful for any person to use, or to possess with intent to use, any drug paraphernalia, to plant, propagate, cultivate, grow, harvest, manufacture, compound, convert, produce, process, prepare, test, analyze, pack, repack, store, contain, conceal, inject, ingest, inhale, or otherwise introduce into the human body a controlled substance in violation of this Part.
D. Repealed by Acts 1990, No. 517, §2, eff. July 18, 1990.
Added by Acts 1980, No. 669, §1; Acts 1990, No. 517, §§1 and 2, eff. July 18, 1990; Acts 2006, No. 676, §3, eff. July 1, 2006.
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 40:1023
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 40:1023 cover?
Section RS 40:1023 ("Prohibited acts") 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 40:1023?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 40:1023" (Louisiana). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Louisiana official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Louisiana attorney.
How does Louisiana § RS 40:1023 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Louisiana can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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