La. R. Sup. Ct. 19
As amended through May 31, 2024
If a witness whose testimony is material to the cause resides out of the state, or is absent from the state, or resides out of the parish in which the hearing is to be held, or is unable to appear in person, the testimony of the witness may be taken according to the forms prescribed by law for the taking of such testimony in civil cases in the district courts of this state.
La. R. Sup. Ct. 19