La. Code Civ. Proc. art. 3994

Current with changes from the 2024 legislative session effective on or before 7/1/2024, from Acts 2,3, 6-535, and 580-647

Section 3994 - Emancipation hearing

A. An emancipation hearing shall be a summary proceeding.

B. Except for good cause shown, the minor shall be present at the hearing and may be called as a witness by the court.

C. With the consent of all parties and the court, judicial emancipation may be granted without a hearing upon a joint petition for emancipation.

La. C.P. § 3994

Acts 2008, No. 786, §2, eff. Jan. 1, 2009.

Acts 2008, No. 786, §2, eff. 1/1/2009.