La. Stat. Ann. § R.S. 13:1443
Civil jurisdiction; amount in controversy; eviction suits; injunctive actions
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§1443. Civil jurisdiction; amount in controversy; eviction suits; injunctive actions A. Except as otherwise provided by law, the civil jurisdiction of a parish court is concurrent with the district court in cases where the amount in dispute or the value of the property involved does not exceed the jurisdictional amount provided in Code of Civil Procedure Article 4842(A). B. A parish court shall have jurisdiction, concurrent with the district court, over suits by owners and landlords for the possession of leased premises within its territorial jurisdiction, in accordance with Code of Civil Procedure Article 4844. C. When a parish court has subject matter jurisdiction over the principal demand, it may exercise subject matter jurisdiction over any incidental demand properly instituted in connection with the principal demand, regardless of the amount in dispute in the incidental demand. D. The civil jurisdiction of a parish court is concurrent with the district court in cases or proceedings instituted by the state, a parish, a municipality, or other political subdivision of the state for injunctive relief or other civil relief for the cessation or abatement of any acts or practices committed within the parish court's territorial jurisdiction which may violate any parish or municipal ordinance or any state law; in such case, the court shall have jurisdiction irrespective of the amount in dispute or the value of the property involved.
La. R.S. § 13:1443 establishes the civil jurisdiction of Louisiana parish courts, allowing them to hear cases alongside district courts in civil matters up to a certain dollar threshold, eviction suits brought by landlords and owners, and government-initiated injunctive actions regardless of the amount in dispute. Parish courts can also hear related side claims (incidental demands) when they already have authority over the main case. This provision shapes which court a landlord or tenant may find themselves in when a housing dispute arises in Louisiana.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under La. R.S. § 13:1443, parish courts in Louisiana have concurrent jurisdiction with district courts to hear eviction (possession) suits filed by owners and landlords for leased premises within the parish court's territory. A compliant operator generally ensures that any eviction filing is made in the proper court with territorial jurisdiction over the property, consistent with the procedures referenced in Code of Civil Procedure Article 4844. Operators familiar with this provision understand that parish courts are a recognized and legitimate venue for pursuing possession of leased premises.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
La. R.S. § 13:1443 means that a tenant facing an eviction suit in Louisiana may find that case filed in a parish court rather than a district court, as both courts share jurisdiction over landlord possession actions. Tenants generally have the right to appear and raise defenses in whichever court the case is filed, and understanding which court has jurisdiction can be important when responding to a suit. Tenants who have questions about their rights in eviction proceedings may benefit from consulting a tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider familiar with Louisiana housing law.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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