Louisiana § RS 51:1913 - Contracts to be in writing
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 51:1913 — Contracts to be in writing, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 51:1913. Contracts to be in writing
Every loan brokerage contract shall be in writing and signed by all contracting parties. A copy of the contract shall be given to the prospective borrower at the time he signs the contract.
Added by Acts 1982, No. 811, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 51:1913
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 51:1913 cover?
Section RS 51:1913 ("Contracts to be in writing") 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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