Jurisdiction over subject matter
La. Code Civ. Proc. art. 2
in effect2. Jurisdiction over subject matter
Jurisdiction over the subject matter is the legal power and authority of a court to hear and determine a particular class of actions or proceedings, based upon the object of the demand, the amount in dispute, or the value of the right asserted.
Source: Louisiana State Legislature (legis.la.gov)URL: https://legis.la.gov/legis/Law.aspx?d=111366Fetched: 10/20/2026
