2006 Louisiana Laws - RS 34:3313 — Defendant\'s answer; requirements; delay for filing

§3313.  Defendant's answer; requirements; delay for filing

Where property is expropriated pursuant to this Chapter, any defendant may apply for a trial to determine the measure of compensation to which he is entitled, provided:

(1)  He files an answer within one year from the date he is notified in writing by the department that it has finally accepted the construction of the AGMAC Deepening Project for which the property was expropriated; provided, he may file his answer prior to the date he is notified by the department.

(2)  His answer sets forth the amount he claims, including the value of each parcel expropriated and the amount he claims as damages to the remainder of his property.

(3)  His damage claim is reasonably itemized.

(4)  His answer has a certificate thereon showing that a copy thereof has been served personally or by mail on all parties to the suit.

Acts 2004, No. 728, §1, eff. July 6, 2004.