Louisiana § RS 42:405 - Mandamus proceedings to enforce reinstatement

Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 42:405 — Mandamus proceedings to enforce reinstatement, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ RS 42:405. Mandamus proceedings to enforce reinstatement

Mandamus proceedings to enforce the provisions of this Part may be instituted in the district court of the residence of the applicant, or in the district court of the location of the principal office of the state unit involved, at the election of the applicant.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 42:405

What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 42:405 cover?

Section RS 42:405 ("Mandamus proceedings to enforce 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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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?

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