Louisiana § RS 46:1903 - Purpose
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 46:1903 — Purpose, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 46:1903. Purpose
It is the purpose of this Chapter to improve, intensify, and coordinate efforts by state and local public agencies, in cooperation with voluntary agencies and organizations, citizens groups, and concerned individuals, to:
(1) Preserve the unity of the family to the fullest extent possible.
(2) Prevent children from becoming delinquent.
(3) Prevent children and the public from suffering the consequences of criminal behavior by substituting therefor programs for their supervision, care and rehabilitation, consistent with public interest and safety.
(4) Provide for coordination, planning, technical expertise, resources and adequate financial assistance for services and facilities for the rehabilitation of delinquent children to the end that they may become and remain law-abiding, productive citizens.
(5) Repealed by Acts 1984, No. 567, §9, eff. Jan. 1, 1985.
Added by Acts 1974, No. 558, §1, emerg. eff. July 12, 1974. Amended by Acts 1976, No. 401, §1. Acts 1984, No. 567, §9, eff. Jan. 1, 1985.
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 46:1903
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 46:1903 cover?
Section RS 46:1903 ("Purpose") 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 46:1903?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 46:1903" (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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