Louisiana § RS 45:1102 - Unclaimed freight; special procedure if perishable
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 45:1102 — Unclaimed freight; special procedure if perishable, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 45:1102. Unclaimed freight; special procedure if perishable
If the freight is perishable, whenever it cannot be delivered according to the terms upon which the carrier has agreed to carry it, the carrier may sell it for cash at public auction by a duly licensed auctioneer, after such advertisement as circumstances permit, and after appraisal by two experts to be appointed and sworn by the auctioneer.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 45:1102
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 45:1102 cover?
Section RS 45:1102 ("Unclaimed freight; special procedure if perishable") 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 45:1102?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 45:1102" (Louisiana). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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How does Louisiana § RS 45:1102 apply to my situation?
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