La. Code Civ. Proc. art. 2638
This is the official text of La. Code Civ. Proc. art. 2638, part of Louisiana’s Code of Civil Procedure — sets the procedural rules for civil lawsuits in Louisiana courts.
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Order for issuance of writ of seizure and sale
Official statutory text
If the plaintiff is entitled thereto, the court shall order the issuance of a writ of seizure and sale commanding the sheriff to seize and sell the property affected by the mortgage or privilege, as prayed for and according to law.
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