Louisiana § RS 48:995 - Unlawful crossing in Orleans
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 48:995 — Unlawful crossing in Orleans, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 48:995. Unlawful crossing in Orleans
In the parish of Orleans, whoever unlawfully crosses passengers for hire within the territorial limits exclusively assigned to any ferry under its franchise or charter shall for each offense be fined not more than fifty dollars or imprisoned for not less than five days nor more than thirty days, or both.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 48:995
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 48:995 cover?
Section RS 48:995 ("Unlawful crossing in Orleans") 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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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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