Custom as a Source of Law in Louisiana

Stephenson, Gail S.

Journal: Louisiana Law Review

Volume: 79

Year: 2019

Bluebook Citation: 79 LA. L. REV. (2019)

Author: Gail Sweeney Stephenson: all 8 publications


Abstract

The article discusses the Louisiana Civil Code to examine the intent of the state legislature when it established custom as a main source of law in the 1987 amendment, as well as the historical basis of consuetudinary law and the relationship of custom and jurisprudence.

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