Alternative writ
La. Code Civ. Proc. art. 3865
in effect3865. Alternative writ
Upon the filing of a petition for a writ of mandamus, the court shall order the issuance of an alternative writ directing the defendant to perform the act demanded or to show cause to the contrary.
Source: Louisiana State Legislature (legis.la.gov)URL: https://legis.la.gov/legis/Law.aspx?d=111876Fetched: 10/20/2026
