Louisiana § RS 47:482 - Interchange trailers and semi-trailers
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 47:482 — Interchange trailers and semi-trailers, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 47:482. Interchange trailers and semi-trailers
Any trailer or semi-trailer which is duly registered in any state other than the state of Louisiana, may be operated upon the public highways of this state without registration or license, in the transportation of interstate and intrastate freight on the same trailer or semi-trailer, provided such trailer or semi-trailer is being used in interchange and adequate records are on file to verify such interchange; and provided further that the power unit pulling such trailer is duly licensed and registered in the state of Louisiana.
Added by Acts 1958, No. 281, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 47:482
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 47:482 cover?
Section RS 47:482 ("Interchange trailers and semi-trailers") 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 47:482?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 47:482" (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 47:482 apply to my situation?
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