La. Code Civ. Proc. art. 2893
This is the official text of La. Code Civ. Proc. art. 2893, part of Louisiana’s Code of Civil Procedure — sets the procedural rules for civil lawsuits in Louisiana courts.
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Period within which will must be probated
Official statutory text
No testament shall be admitted to probate unless a petition therefor has been filed in a court of competent jurisdiction within five years after the judicial opening of the succession of the deceased.
Amended by Acts 1981, No. 316, §1; Acts 1986, No. 247, §1.
Amended by Acts 1981, No. 316, §1; Acts 1986, No. 247, §1.
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