Louisiana § RS 9:2736 - Limitation of liability
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 9:2736 — Limitation of liability, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 9:2736. Limitation of liability
A person who serves as the secretary of state, a filing officer, or as any of their respective officers, deputies, or employees shall not be individually liable for damages caused by any error, act, or omission in the performance of the duties provided in R.S. 10:9-101, et seq., except for grossly negligent acts or omissions or acts of willful or wanton misconduct.
Acts 1989, No. 137, §4, eff. Sept. 1, 1989.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 9:2736
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 9:2736 cover?
Section RS 9:2736 ("Limitation of liability") 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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