Louisiana § RS 46:1856 - Notice to victims
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 46:1856 — Notice to victims, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 46:1856. Notice to victims
The treasurer shall notify any person who has registered with the treasurer as a victim of the defendant's crime upon receipt of escrow funds for that defendant. Additionally, at least once every six months for two years after the date on which the treasurer receives such escrow funds, the treasurer shall cause a notice to be published in the official state journal informing victims that such escrow funds are available to satisfy judgments or reparations awards pursuant to this Chapter.
Acts 2012, No. 799, §3, eff. June 13, 2012.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 46:1856
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 46:1856 cover?
Section RS 46:1856 ("Notice to victims") 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 46:1856?
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