Louisiana § RS 46:2173 - Protection from stalking

Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 46:2173 — Protection from stalking, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ RS 46:2173. Protection from stalking

A victim of stalking by a perpetrator who is a stranger to or acquaintance of the victim shall be eligible to receive all services, benefits, and other forms of assistance provided by Chapter 28 of this Title, provided the services, benefits, and other forms of assistance are applicable based on the status of the relationship between the victim and perpetrator.

Acts 2014, No. 355, §2.

Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 46:2173

What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 46:2173 cover?

Section RS 46:2173 ("Protection from stalking") 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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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?

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