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2013 Louisiana Laws
Civil Code
CC 216 - Parental authority.

Universal Citation:
LA Civ Code 216
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Art. 216. Parental authority.

A child remains under the authority of his father and mother until his majority or emancipation.

In case of difference between the parents, the authority of the father prevails.

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