Louisiana § RS 46:1831.5 - Application; requirements; confidentiality
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 46:1831.5 — Application; requirements; confidentiality, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 46:1831.5. Application; requirements; confidentiality
A.(1) An application for reparations shall be filed in writing with the board within one year after the date of the death or within a longer period as the board determines is justified by the circumstances. The application shall be valid only if reasonable documentation of the crime resulting in the death is submitted with the application.
(2) For the purposes of this Subsection, "reasonable documentation" means any of the following:
(a) A police report documenting the commission of the crime of vehicular homicide, pursuant to R.S. 14:32.1, and documenting that the offender did not maintain compulsory motor vehicle liability security pursuant to R.S. 32:861.
(b) Court records evidencing the criminal prosecution of the crime of vehicular homicide, pursuant to R.S. 14:32.1.
(c) A certification of the crime signed under oath by a prosecuting attorney or investigating law enforcement officer who has personal involvement in the prosecution or investigation of the criminal case relative to the application.
(d) A copy of the death certificate.
B. Application shall be made on a form prescribed and provided by the board, which shall contain the following:
(1) A description of the date, nature, and circumstances of the act or acts resulting in the death of the victim.
(2) A copy of the death certificate.
(3) An authorization permitting the board or its representatives to verify the contents of the application.
(4) Records, documents, and information in the possession of the board received pursuant to a law enforcement investigation or a verification of application by a law enforcement agency shall be considered investigative records of a law enforcement agency as described in R.S. 44:3 and shall not be disseminated under any condition without the permission of the agency providing the record or information to the board.
Acts 2023, No. 451, §2.
NOTE: Pursuant to R.S. 46:1831.16, this Chapter will terminate Aug. 1, 2027.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 46:1831.5
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 46:1831.5 cover?
Section RS 46:1831.5 ("Application; requirements; confidentiality") 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 46:1831.5?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 46:1831.5" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Louisiana official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Louisiana attorney.
How does Louisiana § RS 46:1831.5 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Louisiana can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Louisiana.