Louisiana § RS 45:200.16 - Construction

Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 45:200.16 — Construction, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ RS 45:200.16. Construction

The Legislature hereby declares that R.S. 45:200.1 through 45:200.15 is remedial in nature and shall be construed liberally in favor of the public in general, and the users of public carrier vehicles in particular, and to exact strict compliance by the owners and operators of public carrier vehicles with the requirements of R.S. 45:200.1-45:200.14.

Acts 1962, No. 404, §2.

Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 45:200.16

What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 45:200.16 cover?

Section RS 45:200.16 ("Construction") 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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