Louisiana § RS 40:951 - Definitions
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 40:951 — Definitions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 40:951. Definitions
For purposes of this Part, a caustic alkali is what is commonly known as concentrated lye. Also, for purposes of this Part, a poison is any substance which, when ingested, inhaled or absorbed, or when applied to or injected into the body in relatively small amounts may, by its chemical action, cause damage to structure or disturbance of function.
Amended by Acts 1968, No. 339, §2, eff. Feb. 1, 1969.
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Section RS 40:951 ("Definitions") 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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