Title XIV. Of Aleatory Contracts (Art. 2982-2984) Book III, art. 2983, (La. 1940) (enacted 1808)

Title XIV. Of Aleatory Contracts (Art. 2982-2984) Book III, art. 2983, (La. 1940) (enacted 1808)

Abstract

The law grants no action for the payment of what has been won at gaming or by a bet, except for games tending to promote skill in the use of arms, such as the exercise of the gun, foot, horse and chariot racing."

Summary

This provision barred lawsuits to recover gambling or betting winnings, except for wagers on activities that promoted skill in the use of arms or horsemanship, such as shooting, foot races, and chariot racing. Even in those cases, a judge could refuse to enforce the claim if the amount wagered appeared excessive.

Law Text

Art. 2983. The law grants no action for the payment of what has been won at gaming or by a bet, except for games tending to promote skill in the use of arms, such as the exercise of the gun and foot, horse and chariot racing. And as to such games, the judge may reject the demand, when the sum appears to him excessive.