2014 Louisiana Laws
Civil Code
CC 236 - Justification of parent's assault in defense of children.

LA Civ Code 236 What's This?

Art. 236. Justification of parent's assault in defense of children.

Fathers and mothers may justify themselves in an action begun against them for assault and battery, if they have acted in the defense of the persons of their children.

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