Louisiana § RS 48:302 - Design of controlled-access facility; right of access
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 48:302 — Design of controlled-access facility; right of access, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 48:302. Design of controlled-access facility; right of access
The highway authorities may design any controlled-access facility and regulate, restrict, or prohibit access so as to best serve the traffic for which it is intended. The authority's determination of that design is final.
They may divide and separate any controlled-access facility into separate roadways by the construction of raised curbings, central dividing sections, or other physical separations, or by designating the separate roadways by signs, markers, stripes, and the proper lane for such traffic by appropriate signs, markers, stripes and other devices. No person has any right of access to, from or across controlled-access facilities to or from abutting lands, except at the designated points at which access is permitted upon the terms and conditions specified from time to time.
Added by Acts 1955, No. 129, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 48:302
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 48:302 cover?
Section RS 48:302 ("Design of controlled-access facility; right of access") 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 48:302?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 48:302" (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 48:302 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Louisiana can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Louisiana.