Contracts

In Louisiana, an 'authentic act' is a document that:

AHas been authenticated by the federal government
BIs executed before a notary public and two witnesses, or before a notary in jurisdictions where only a notary is required, making it self-proving✓ Correct
CHas been signed by all parties
DHas been registered with the LREC

Explanation

An authentic act in Louisiana is a notarial act executed before a notary public — it is self-proving (no extrinsic evidence needed for authenticity) and is required for Acts of Sale, mortgages, and other conveyances of immovable property.

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