Louisiana § RS 9:5394 - Applicability
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§ RS 9:5394. Applicability
To the extent not otherwise governed under Chapter 9 of the Louisiana Commercial Laws (R.S. 10:9-101, et seq.), R.S. 9:5386 through R.S. 9:5393 shall apply to all mortgages and security interests, including collateral mortgages, chattel mortgages, and collateral chattel mortgages, and further including without limitation, blanket equipment collateral chattel mortgages previously subject to R.S. 9:5367, et seq., Louisiana ship mortgages subject to R.S. 9:5521, et seq., and motor vehicle chattel mortgages and floor plan collateral chattel mortgages subject to R.S. 32:710. The provisions of R.S. 9:5388 also apply to other types of security agreements, including pledge agreements and collateral assignments.
Acts 1988, No. 985, §1; Acts 1989, No. 137, §7, eff. Sept. 1, 1989.
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 9:5394
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 9:5394 cover?
Section RS 9:5394 ("Applicability") 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 9:5394?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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