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La. Code Civ. Proc. art. 4570
Cause of action for visitation with the interdict
A. Any relative of an interdict by blood, adoption, or affinity within the third degree, or an individual who has a relationship with the interdict based on or productive of strong affection may file a rule to show cause seeking visitation, communication, or interaction with an interdict who is over the age of eighteen years.
B. Any person filing a cause of action pursuant to Paragraph A of this Article may request an expedited hearing on the cause of action, and upon showing of good cause, shall be entitled to an expedited hearing.
C. Good cause shall include but is not limited to a showing that the interdict suffers from an illness or condition because of which he is not likely to survive beyond six months.
History
Acts 2016, No. 110, §2, eff. May 19, 2016.
Provenance
- Source
- legis.la.gov
- Retrieved
- 2026-09-15
- Edition
- 2026-09-15
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