Louisiana § RS 41:594 - Term of service as equivalent to residence

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§ RS 41:594. Term of service as equivalent to residence

The term of service of any homesteader in the military or naval services of the United States shall be considered, as equivalent to and having the legal effect of residence on the property so entered during the entire term of his service, provided, however, that the homesteader shall within ninety days after his final discharge establish his actual residence on the property so homesteaded.

Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 41:594 cover?

Section RS 41:594 ("Term of service as equivalent to residence") 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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