Louisiana § RS 9:4422 - Obligations secured by mortgages or privileges; signatures and writings deemed authentic for purposes of foreclosure
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 9:4422 — Obligations secured by mortgages or privileges; signatures and writings deemed authentic for purposes of foreclosure, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 9:4422. Obligations secured by mortgages or privileges; signatures and writings deemed authentic for purposes of foreclosure
The following shall apply when foreclosure by executory process is instituted by the transferee, assignee, or pledgee of any promissory note, whether negotiable or not, and any negotiable instrument:
(1) All signatures of the following persons or entities are presumed to be genuine and no further evidence is required of those signatures for the purposes of executory process: endorsers, guarantors, and other persons whose signatures appear on or are affixed to such instrument secured by the mortgage or privilege.
(2) The assignment, pledge, negotiation, or other transfer of any obligation secured by a mortgage or privilege may be proven by any form of private writing, and such writing shall be deemed authentic for the purposes of executory process.
(3) The holder of any promissory note, whether negotiable or not, and any negotiable instrument under this Section may enforce the mortgage or privilege securing such instrument without authentic evidence of the signatures, assignment, pledge, negotiation, or transfer thereof.
Acts 1989, No. 292, §1; Acts 2012, No. 400, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 9:4422
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 9:4422 cover?
Section RS 9:4422 ("Obligations secured by mortgages or privileges; signatures and writings deemed authentic for purposes of foreclosure") 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 9:4422?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 9:4422" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Louisiana official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Louisiana attorney.
How does Louisiana § RS 9:4422 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Louisiana can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Louisiana.