Louisiana § RS 47:858 - Certain acts declared felonies
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 47:858 — Certain acts declared felonies, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 47:858. Certain acts declared felonies
Each of the following acts is declared to be a felony and punishable by imprisonment in the penitentiary for not less than one nor more than four years:
(1) To forge or counterfeit any stamp of the kind herein provided for.
(2) To use knowingly and intentionally any such forged or counterfeited stamp.
(3) To have in possession knowingly and intentionally any such forged or counterfeit stamp.
(4) For any person or persons other than the collector to sell tobacco tax stamps not affixed to tobacco, whether the said stamps be genuine or counterfeit.
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 47:858
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 47:858 cover?
Section RS 47:858 ("Certain acts declared felonies") 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 47:858?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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