La. Code Civ. Proc. art. 2456
This is the official text of La. Code Civ. Proc. art. 2456, part of Louisiana’s Code of Civil Procedure — sets the procedural rules for civil lawsuits in Louisiana courts.
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Contempt
Official statutory text
If the motion and order have been served personally on the judgment debtor, as provided by law or if service is obtained pursuant to Article 1261, and the judgment debtor refuses to appear for the examination or to produce his books, papers, or other documents when ordered to do so, or if he refuses to answer any question held pertinent by the court, the judgment debtor may be punished for contempt.
Amended by Acts 1988, No. 37, ยง1, eff. June 10, 1988.
Amended by Acts 1988, No. 37, ยง1, eff. June 10, 1988.
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