Terms Used In Louisiana Children's Code 1261

  • Appeal: A request made after a trial, asking another court (usually the court of appeals) to decide whether the trial was conducted properly. To make such a request is "to appeal" or "to take an appeal." One who appeals is called the appellant.

All appeals from any judgment rendered in accordance with this Title shall be suspensive in nature.  There shall be no requirement for posting of bond.  Otherwise, the appeal shall be governed by Chapter 9 of Title III.

Acts 1991, No. 235, §12, eff. Jan. 1, 1992.