Louisiana Promissory Notes

Create a legally compliant Louisiana promissory note that complies with state usury limits and includes all required provisions. Choose the note type that fits your lending situation, fill out the guided form, and download your professional PDF for $7.99.

Secured Promissory Note

For loans backed by collateral such as a vehicle, property, or equipment. The lender can seize the collateral if the borrower defaults.

Complies with Louisiana usury limits (max 12%). Includes collateral description and default remedies.

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Unsecured Promissory Note

For loans based solely on the borrower's promise to pay, with no collateral pledged. Common for personal and family loans.

Louisiana statute of limitations: 10 years. Max interest rate: 12%.

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Installment Promissory Note

For loans repaid in fixed periodic payments over a set term. Includes a detailed payment schedule with amounts and due dates.

Includes amortization-ready payment terms compliant with Louisiana usury law (12% max rate).

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Demand Promissory Note

Payable in full when the lender demands repayment. No fixed schedule or maturity date. Common for informal arrangements.

Payable on demand under Louisiana law. Includes usury savings clause and default provisions.

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Louisiana Usury Law and Note Requirements

Max Interest Rate 12%

Rate Description 12% maximum

Penalty for Exceeding Usury Limit Forfeiture of all interest

Statute of Limitations 10 years

Notarization Required Not required (recommended)

Witness Required Not required

Governing Agency Louisiana District Courts

Louisiana usury law is governed by Louisiana District Courts. The maximum allowable interest rate is 12% (12% maximum). Penalties for exceeding the usury limit include: Forfeiture of all interest. The statute of limitations for enforcing a promissory note in Louisiana is 10 years. Notarization is not required but recommended. Our documents are designed to comply with Louisiana law and include all required provisions.

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