Articles Tagged with statutory interpretation

Bronze scales of justice engraved with the words Clarity and Purpose, balanced on a polished wooden desk inside a law library with the Louisiana State Capitol visible through an arched window.Have you ever read a law and wondered what it truly means? Or found yourself facing a situation where a rule seemed to apply — but its exact implications were unclear?

In Louisiana, our legal system is based on the civil law tradition, meaning that interpretation depends heavily on the Louisiana Civil Code. Understanding how courts interpret laws helps citizens, businesses, and legal professionals navigate their rights and responsibilities with confidence.

Two key provisions — Article 9 and Article 10 of the Louisiana Civil Code — explain how our courts approach clear laws versus ambiguous ones.

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