Louisiana § RS 40:1667.4 - Salary reductions; void; police
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 40:1667.4 — Salary reductions; void; police, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 40:1667.4. Salary reductions; void; police
Any reduction of the salary of any individual, which salary is in effect on July 1, 1979, whether by the governing authority or by any pay plan under the provisions of any civil service law, or otherwise, shall be void where it is made solely by reason of the additional compensation by the state in this Part. Any appropriation made by the legislature which results in a salary adjustment to the state supplemental pay program under this Part shall not have the effect of reducing or replacing any base salary or benefits paid by the local governing authority from other sources.
Acts 1956, No. 323, §5. Amended by Acts 1959, No. 49, §2; Acts 1966, No. 484, §1; Acts 1979, No. 131, §1. Redesignated from R.S. 33:2218.5. See Acts 2014, No. 158, §§3 and 7; Acts 2022, No. 637, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 40:1667.4
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 40:1667.4 cover?
Section RS 40:1667.4 ("Salary reductions; void; police") 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 40:1667.4?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 40:1667.4" (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 40:1667.4 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.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Louisiana.