Louisiana § RS 49:463 - Amenability of ministerial officers
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 49:463 — Amenability of ministerial officers, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 49:463. Amenability of ministerial officers
In every case in which process issues from any court against the State Auditor or any other ministerial officer of the state, service shall also be made on the officer, and he shall be amenable, to all process of court, and subject to punishment for any violation of any order, writ or judgment, and further punishment as the court may deem necessary to maintain its jurisdiction and enforce its mandates.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 49:463
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 49:463 cover?
Section RS 49:463 ("Amenability of ministerial officers") 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 49:463?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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