Louisiana § RS 9:2233 - Instructions
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 9:2233 — Instructions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 9:2233. Instructions
A. A trustee, a beneficiary, or a settlor in an ordinary or a summary proceeding may apply to the proper court for instructions concerning the trust instrument, the interpretation of the instrument, or the administration of the trust. An order of a proper court issued pursuant to such an application shall be full authority to act in accordance thereunder, and a trustee shall be fully protected from all claims of any person who has or who may subsequently acquire an interest in the trust property.
B. A trustee may apply for instructions in ex parte proceedings. The order issued therein will protect a third party relying on the order, but will not exonerate a trustee from liability to a settlor or a beneficiary.
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 9:2233
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 9:2233 cover?
Section RS 9:2233 ("Instructions") 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 9:2233?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 9:2233" (Louisiana). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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