Louisiana § RS 40:1395 - Counsel for employees and division in certain litigations

Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 40:1395 — Counsel for employees and division in certain litigations, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ RS 40:1395. Counsel for employees and division in certain litigations

The attorney general may defend any criminal or civil action in which any employee of the division is a party by reason of acts performed in the course of duty, which, in his opinion, requires his services to protect the interests of the state.  The department may, with the approval of the governor, appoint an attorney for the division.  

Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 40:1395

What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 40:1395 cover?

Section RS 40:1395 ("Counsel for employees and division in certain litigations") 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 40:1395?

A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 40:1395" (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?

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