Louisiana § RS 40:63 - Abortion, induced termination of pregnancy; purpose
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 40:63 — Abortion, induced termination of pregnancy; purpose, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 40:63. Abortion, induced termination of pregnancy; purpose
The purpose of this Part shall be the compilation of relevant maternal life and health factors and data concerning abortions which may be used in the improvement of maternal health and life. The further purpose and function of this Part shall be to serve as a monitor on all induced terminations of pregnancies performed in the state of Louisiana to assure that they are performed only in accordance with the provisions of law.
Acts 1979, No. 776, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 40:63 cover?
Section RS 40:63 ("Abortion, induced termination of pregnancy; purpose") 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.
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