Louisiana § RS 41:1601 - Declaration of public policy
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 41:1601 — Declaration of public policy, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 41:1601. Declaration of public policy
It is hereby declared to be the public policy of the state of Louisiana to protect and preserve prehistoric and historic properties, artifacts, treasure troves, and objects of antiquity which have historical value or which are of interest to the public, including but not limited to abandoned prehistoric or historic settlements, sites, properties, sunken or abandoned ships, or other objects, or any part thereof relating to the history, government, and culture of the state.
Acts 1989, No. 291, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 41:1601
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 41:1601 cover?
Section RS 41:1601 ("Declaration of public policy") 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 41:1601?
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