La. Code Civ. Proc. art. 4232
This is the official text of La. Code Civ. Proc. art. 4232, part of Louisiana’s Code of Civil Procedure — sets the procedural rules for civil lawsuits in Louisiana courts.
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Revocation of appointment; extension of time to qualify
Official statutory text
If a person who is not a parent of the minor is appointed tutor and fails to qualify for the office within ten days from his appointment, on its own motion or on motion of any interested person, the court may revoke the appointment and appoint another qualified person to the office forthwith.
The delay allowed in this article for qualification may be extended by the court for good cause shown.
The delay allowed in this article for qualification may be extended by the court for good cause shown.
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