Louisiana § RS 40:1578 - Compliance with order
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 40:1578 — Compliance with order, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 40:1578. Compliance with order
If no review is requested of or an appeal taken from an order of the fire marshal or an authorized representative, the order shall be complied with immediately, or within the period specified in the order, by the owner or occupant of the premises or building.
If an appeal is taken or a review petitioned for, pursuant to the provisions of R.S. 40:1577, the order, unless revoked, shall be complied with, as last modified, after it becomes final, either immediately or, if a time is specified, within the period specified in the order, or in the decision of the fire marshal, or in the decision of the court, as the case may be.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 40:1578
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 40:1578 cover?
Section RS 40:1578 ("Compliance with order") 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 40:1578?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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