Louisiana § RS 46:461 - Infirm, sick and disabled paupers
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 46:461 — Infirm, sick and disabled paupers, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 46:461. Infirm, sick and disabled paupers
Parish governing authorities shall provide for the support of all infirm, sick and disabled paupers residing within the limits of their respective parishes except those who may reside in municipal corporations either exempt or partially exempt from parish taxation. Parish governing authorities shall adopt such measures as they deem just and necessary to ascertain the names, situation and condition of all infirm, sick and disabled paupers in order that they may provide for the entire support of the utterly destitute and helpless and for the partial support or assistance of others, according to their circumstances and condition.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 46:461
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 46:461 cover?
Section RS 46:461 ("Infirm, sick and disabled paupers") 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 46:461?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 46:461" (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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How does Louisiana § RS 46:461 apply to my situation?
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