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Service of Process

In accordance with Louisiana CCP 1261, et al, the Secretary of State is designated as the agent for service of process on some foreign corporations, all foreign insurance companies, and in accordance with Louisiana R.S. 13:3474, for out of state motorists involved in suits resulting from automobile accidents on Louisiana highways. The Legal Services Section of the Secretary of State’s office receives legal process in such cases from state and federal courts, and forwards it to the person designated to receive same.