La. Ch. Code art. 1618
This is the official text of La. Ch. Code art. 1618, part of Louisiana’s Children's Code — governs child custody, child protection, and juvenile justice in Louisiana.
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Supplementary definitions applicable only to this state
Official statutory text
NOTE: Art. 1618 repealed by Acts 2010, No. 893, §2, eff. when the 35th state enacts the Interstate Compact for the Placement of Children.
A. As used in Article 1610, when referring to this state, "appropriate public authorities" means the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services.
B. As used in Article 1612, "appropriate authority in the receiving state" means any licensed child welfare agency in Louisiana.
C. As used in Article 1614, "executive head" means the governor of Louisiana.
Acts 1991, No. 235, §16, eff. Jan. 1, 1992; Acts 2010, No. 893, §2.
A. As used in Article 1610, when referring to this state, "appropriate public authorities" means the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services.
B. As used in Article 1612, "appropriate authority in the receiving state" means any licensed child welfare agency in Louisiana.
C. As used in Article 1614, "executive head" means the governor of Louisiana.
Acts 1991, No. 235, §16, eff. Jan. 1, 1992; Acts 2010, No. 893, §2.
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