Louisiana § RS 45:1375 - Discrimination prohibited
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 45:1375 — Discrimination prohibited, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 45:1375. Discrimination prohibited
A. A cable service provider or video service provider that has been granted a certificate shall not deny access to service to any group of potential residential subscribers based on the race or income of the residents in the local area in which such group resides.
B. For purposes of determining whether a cable service provider or video service provider has violated the provisions of Subsection A of this Section, cost, density, distance, and technological or commercial limitations shall be taken into account. The inability to serve an end user because a holder is prohibited from placing its own facilities in a building or property shall not be found to be a violation of Subsection A of this Section. Use of an alternative technology that provides a comparable content, service, and functionality shall not be considered a violation of Subsection A of this Section. This Section may not be construed as authorizing any general construction or deployment requirements on a cable service provider or video service provider in contravention of R.S. 45:1368.
Acts 2008, No. 433, §1.
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 45:1375
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 45:1375 cover?
Section RS 45:1375 ("Discrimination prohibited") 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 45:1375?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 45:1375" (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 45:1375 apply to my situation?
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