Full question:
I am a minor. My dad manages my property. He has been into gambling a lot these days. I fear he might sell stuff for money. My dad says that he is not answerable to me. Is my dad correct? We live in Louisiana.
- Category: Minors
- Date:
- State: Louisiana
Answer:
In Louisiana, parents have the right and duty to manage their child's property responsibly. If a parent harms the property through fraud, neglect, or default, they can be held accountable to the child. According to Louisiana Civil Code Article 229, each parent must act as a prudent administrator and is responsible for any damage caused by their actions. A child can pursue action for this failure within five years after reaching adulthood.
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