Louisiana § RS 42:397 - Reinstatement
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 42:397 — Reinstatement, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 42:397. Reinstatement
Upon the giving of written notice by the appointive official who has been granted a leave of absence under the provisions of this Part to the governor advising that the appointive official has received his discharge from active duty and containing the further statement that he desires to again assume the duties of his appointive office, the temporary appointment made under the provisions of R.S. 42:396, shall immediately terminate, and the official shall be re-instated to his former position.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 42:397
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 42:397 cover?
Section RS 42:397 ("Reinstatement") 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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