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Louisiana Death of a tenant

Last reviewed 2026-10-15

What happens to the lease when a tenant dies in Louisiana?

A lease does not end when the lessor or the lessee dies.

Verified Source: La. Civ. Code art. 2717 · last checked 2026-10-15

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