La. Code Civ. Proc. art. 4067
This is the official text of La. Code Civ. Proc. art. 4067, part of Louisiana’s Code of Civil Procedure — sets the procedural rules for civil lawsuits in Louisiana courts.
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Appointment of legal or dative tutor
Official statutory text
At any time after the expiration of ten days from date of publication or date of mailing of the notice as provided in Article 4065, whichever period is longer, if no opposition has been filed, the court shall appoint the applicant, unless he is disqualified under Article 4231.
If an opposition has been filed, it shall be tried in a summary manner.
Amended by Acts 1976, No. 429, ยง3.
If an opposition has been filed, it shall be tried in a summary manner.
Amended by Acts 1976, No. 429, ยง3.
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