La. Code Civ. Proc. § Art. 4733
Warrant for possession if judgment of eviction not complied with
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Art. 4733. Warrant for possession if judgment of eviction not complied with If the lessee or occupant does not comply with the judgment of eviction within twenty-four hours after its rendition, the court shall issue immediately a warrant directed to and commanding its sheriff, constable, or marshal to deliver possession of the premises to the lessor or owner.
Under Louisiana Code of Civil Procedure Art. 4733, once a court issues a judgment of eviction, the occupant or lessee has twenty-four hours to vacate the premises voluntarily. If they do not leave within that window, the court is required to issue a warrant directing a sheriff, constable, or marshal to physically restore possession of the property to the owner or lessor. This provision establishes a mandatory, time-sensitive enforcement mechanism that follows an eviction judgment.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Art. 4733 of the Louisiana Code of Civil Procedure provides property owners and lessors with a clear enforcement path after a judgment of eviction is rendered. If the occupant does not vacate within twenty-four hours of the judgment, a compliant operator generally returns to the court to request the immediate issuance of a warrant, which then directs a law enforcement officer to deliver possession of the premises. Keeping records of the judgment date and time can help document when the twenty-four-hour period begins and ends.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Art. 4733 of the Louisiana Code of Civil Procedure means that after a court renders a judgment of eviction, a tenant or occupant has a twenty-four-hour period to comply before the court is obligated to issue a warrant for physical removal by a sheriff, constable, or marshal. Tenants who believe an eviction judgment was issued in error may have grounds to challenge it through available legal processes, such as seeking a stay or appeal. Consulting a tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider can help clarify what options may exist within that narrow timeframe.
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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