Louisiana § RS 9:5134 - Security

Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 9:5134 — Security, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ RS 9:5134. Security

No bond shall be required of the keeper of the person provoking the seizure beyond that which may otherwise be required by law in such proceedings.  The sheriff or other officer seizing the property shall have no responsibility for the property seized or the actions of the keeper after custody of the property has been delivered to the keeper.

Added by Acts 1974, No. 546, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 1975.

Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 9:5134

What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 9:5134 cover?

Section RS 9:5134 ("Security") 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 9:5134?

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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?

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