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orn contract document over a glowing yellow silhouette of Louisiana on a dark blue background, symbolizing the supremacy of public-interest laws over private agreements.The Limits of Private Agreements

In Louisiana, freedom of contract is a powerful principle — people generally have the right to make their own legal agreements and decide the terms that govern their relationships, businesses, and property. But that freedom is not absolute.

There are certain laws that exist not just to protect individuals, but to safeguard society as a whole. When private agreements try to go against these laws, they cross a line — and under Louisiana Civil Code Article 7, such agreements are considered void from the start.

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Wall-mounted sign reading ‘Ignorance of the Law Is No Excuse’ in bold black letters on a parchment-textured golden background, displayed against dark wood paneling in a courtroom setting.Why Knowing the Law Matters

We’ve all heard the phrase, “I didn’t know that was illegal!” — but in Louisiana, that statement carries no legal weight. Whether you’re dealing with traffic laws, property issues, contracts, or criminal matters, not knowing the law doesn’t excuse you from following it.

This fundamental concept is clearly expressed in Louisiana Civil Code Article 5, which sets a universal rule for all residents and visitors in the state.

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