La. Ch. Code art. 419
This is the official text of La. Ch. Code art. 419, part of Louisiana’s Children's Code — governs child custody, child protection, and juvenile justice in Louisiana.
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Court personnel
Official statutory text
A. The judge of the court may employ such stenographic, secretarial, and other personnel deemed necessary to make the functions of the court effective and provide adequate service.
B. The employment of such persons shall be at the expense of the court and, unless otherwise provided by law, shall be paid by the respective parishes.
Acts 1991, No. 235, ยง4, eff. Jan. 1, 1992.
B. The employment of such persons shall be at the expense of the court and, unless otherwise provided by law, shall be paid by the respective parishes.
Acts 1991, No. 235, ยง4, eff. Jan. 1, 1992.
Status: in_force · Read it on the official government site
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