Louisiana § RS 48:451.3 - Deposit of security for jury costs

Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 48:451.3 — Deposit of security for jury costs, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ RS 48:451.3. Deposit of security for jury costs

The court shall require any party, including the department, who demands a jury trial, to post a bond or other security as may be required in ordinary similar jury cases.  

Acts 1990, No. 133, §3.  

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 48:451.3

What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 48:451.3 cover?

Section RS 48:451.3 ("Deposit of security for jury costs") 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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