Contracts
Under Louisiana law, an authentic act (such as an Act of Sale) differs from a private act in that an authentic act:
ARequires only the buyer's signature
BIs executed before a notary public and two witnesses, giving it full legal authenticity without need for further proof✓ Correct
CCan be executed entirely online
DRequires court approval before recording
Explanation
An authentic act under Louisiana Civil Law is executed before a notary public and two witnesses (or in some cases electronically under e-notary provisions). It is self-authenticating — no further proof of execution is required — and has full legal effect upon execution.
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