Loading chat...
LA SB424
Bill
Status
4/21/2026
Primary Sponsor
Franklin Foil
Click for details
AI Summary
-
Amends Code of Civil Procedure Article 1313(A)(4) to clarify requirements for electronic service of pleadings in civil cases
-
Requires that contact information for electronic service must be designated in a pleading or other writing "which is filed in the record" — adding the filed-in-record requirement to existing law
-
Electronic service remains complete upon transmission but is not effective if the serving party learns the transmission did not reach the intended recipient
-
Applies to all pleadings subsequent to the original petition that may be served by methods other than sheriff service
-
Effective August 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Provides for service by mail, delivery, or electronic means. (8/1/26) (RE NO IMPACT See Note)
CIVIL PROCEDURE
Last Action
Read by title, passed to 3rd reading.
4/29/2026