La. Code Civ. Proc. art. 1761
This is the official text of La. Code Civ. Proc. art. 1761, part of Louisiana’s Code of Civil Procedure — sets the procedural rules for civil lawsuits in Louisiana courts.
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Procedure in general
Official statutory text
A. In cases to be tried by jury, twelve jurors summoned in accordance with law shall be chosen by lot to try the issues specified unless the parties stipulate that the case shall be tried by six jurors. The method of calling and drawing by lot shall be at the discretion of the court.
B. The parties may stipulate that if one or more jurors die or become disqualified the remaining jurors shall try the issues specified.
Acts 1983, No. 534, ยง5.
B. The parties may stipulate that if one or more jurors die or become disqualified the remaining jurors shall try the issues specified.
Acts 1983, No. 534, ยง5.
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