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2021 Louisiana Laws
Civil Code
Art. 3413. Wild animals, birds, fish, and shellfish
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LA Civ Code art. 3413 (2021)
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Wild animals, birds, fish, and shellfish in a state of natural liberty either belong to the state in its capacity as a public person or are things without an owner. The taking of possession of such things is governed by particular laws and regulations.
The owner of a tract of land may forbid entry to anyone for purposes of hunting or fishing, and the like. Nevertheless, despite a prohibition of entry, captured wildlife belongs to the captor.
Acts 1982, No. 187, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 1983.
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