Louisiana § RS 42:1358 - Contest of election
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 42:1358 — Contest of election, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 42:1358. Contest of election
Any election held under the provisions of this chapter may be contested in accordance with the provisions of the general laws of this state applicable to contests of elections of public officials.
Added by Acts 1974, Ex. Sess., No. 8, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 1975.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 42:1358
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 42:1358 cover?
Section RS 42:1358 ("Contest of election") 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 42:1358?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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