Louisiana § RS 6:972 - Retention of branches
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 6:972 — Retention of branches, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 6:972. Retention of branches
Any financial institution created by operation of this Chapter may retain and operate any existing branch or branches of the financial institution merged with or acquired under the provisions of R.S. 6:971. Such financial institution, however, shall be subject to the conditions upon which it may establish and operate branches within the state.
Acts 1985, No. 107, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 6:972
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 6:972 cover?
Section RS 6:972 ("Retention of branches") 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 6:972?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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