Louisiana § RS 6:931 - False statements and similar actions prohibited; fine
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§ RS 6:931. False statements and similar actions prohibited; fine
Whoever knowingly makes or causes to be made, directly or indirectly, or through any agency whatsoever, any false statement or report, or willfully overvalues any land, property, or security for the purpose of influencing in any way the action of any association or federal association, federal savings bank, or foreign association holding a certificate of authority pursuant to R.S. 6:896, upon any application, advance, discount, purchase or repurchase agreement, commitment or loan or any change or any extension of the same, by renewal, deferment of action or otherwise, or the acceptance, release, or substitution of security therefor, shall be fined not more than five thousand dollars or imprisoned for not more than two years, or both.
Acts 1970, No. 234, §1. Acts 1983, No. 675, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 6:931
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 6:931 cover?
Section RS 6:931 ("False statements and similar actions prohibited; fine") 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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