Louisiana § RS 44:79 - Recorder not required to pay costs or give security in judicial proceedings
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§ RS 44:79. Recorder not required to pay costs or give security in judicial proceedings
The recorder is not required to advance or pay the costs of the court, the fees of the sheriff or other officers, or any other charges in any suit or other judicial proceeding instituted either by or against him in his official capacity. Neither shall he be required to provide security, whether for appeal or otherwise as a consequence of the proceeding.
Acts 2005, No. 169, §6, eff. July 1, 2006; Acts 2005, 1st Ex. Sess., No. 13, §1, eff. Nov. 29, 2005.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 44:79
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 44:79 cover?
Section RS 44:79 ("Recorder not required to pay costs or give security in judicial proceedings") 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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