La. Code Civ. Proc. art. 2644
Current with operative changes from the 2024 Third Special Legislative Session
The plaintiff in an executory proceeding may convert it into an ordinary proceeding by amending his petition so as to pray that the defendant be cited and for judgment against him on the obligation secured by the mortgage or privilege.
The plaintiff in an ordinary proceeding may not convert it into an executory proceeding.
La. C.P. § 2644