2018 Louisiana Laws
Civil Code
CC 1761 - Effects of a natural obligation

Universal Citation: LA Civ Code 1761 (2018)

Art. 1761. Effects of a natural obligation

A natural obligation is not enforceable by judicial action. Nevertheless, whatever has been freely performed in compliance with a natural obligation may not be reclaimed.

A contract made for the performance of a natural obligation is onerous.

Acts 1984, No. 331, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 1985.

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