La. Code Civ. Proc. § Art. 4734
Execution of warrant
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Art. 4734. Execution of warrant The sheriff, constable, or marshal shall execute a warrant rendered under Article 4733 in the presence of two witnesses, by clearing the premises of any property therein, in order to put the lessor or owner in possession of the premises. If the sheriff, constable, or marshal finds the windows, doors, or gates of the premises locked or barred, he shall break open any of these when necessary to effect convenient entry into the premises.
Under Louisiana Code of Civil Procedure Art. 4734, once a court issues an eviction warrant under Art. 4733, a sheriff, constable, or marshal is authorized to carry out that warrant by removing all property from the premises in the presence of two witnesses, thereby restoring possession to the landlord or owner. If the premises are locked or barred, the executing officer may forcibly break open windows, doors, or gates as needed to gain entry. This provision establishes the legal mechanism and procedural requirements for physically enforcing an eviction order in Louisiana.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Art. 4734 of the Louisiana Code of Civil Procedure governs how an eviction warrant is physically executed, and compliant property owners generally understand that the actual removal of a tenant's belongings and restoration of possession is carried out by a law-enforcement officer—not the landlord personally. Operators who have obtained a valid warrant under Art. 4733 typically coordinate with the appropriate sheriff, constable, or marshal's office to schedule and oversee the execution. Attempting to remove a tenant or their property without going through this official process falls outside the procedure this article establishes.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Art. 4734 of the Louisiana Code of Civil Procedure sets out that only a sheriff, constable, or marshal—acting in the presence of two witnesses—may lawfully clear a rental unit to enforce an eviction warrant; a landlord acting alone does not have this authority under the article. If a tenant believes a lockout or removal of property occurred without a properly issued warrant or without the required officer and witnesses, that may be relevant to challenging the eviction's validity. Tenants in this situation may wish to contact a local tenant-rights organization or legal aid office to understand what options exist under Louisiana 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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