§ 38:81 Governor authorized to enter into contracts with federal authorities
§ 38:82 Governor authorized to accept lands under federal flood control act
§ 38:83 Governor authorized to enter contracts
§ 38:84 Parishes and municipalities authorized to comply with federal flood insurance act
§ 38:84.1 Required compliance with certain local ordinances relative to flood control
§ 38:85 Hurricane protection and flood control in Jefferson Parish; design-build

Terms Used In Louisiana Revised Statutes > Title 38 > Chapter 2 - Flood Control and Related Matters

  • Affidavit: A written statement of facts confirmed by the oath of the party making it, before a notary or officer having authority to administer oaths.
  • Appraisal: A determination of property value.
  • Electronic funds transfer: The transfer of money between accounts by consumer electronic systems-such as automated teller machines (ATMs) and electronic payment of bills-rather than by check or cash. (Wire transfers, checks, drafts, and paper instruments do not fall into this category.) Source: OCC
  • Enrolled bill: The final copy of a bill or joint resolution which has passed both chambers in identical form. It is printed on parchment paper, signed by appropriate officials, and submitted to the President/Governor for signature.
  • Jurisdiction: (1) The legal authority of a court to hear and decide a case. Concurrent jurisdiction exists when two courts have simultaneous responsibility for the same case. (2) The geographic area over which the court has authority to decide cases.
  • Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.