Louisiana (LA) · Requirement Summary
Louisiana charitable solicitation requirements summary
A compact operational summary pulled from our Master State Requirements (MSR). Use this as a quick reference for filing authority, cadence, documents, and common traps.
Requirement Summary
Key requirements for Louisiana (LA).
| Filing Authority | Louisiana Department of Justice (Attorney General) — Public Protection Division |
|---|---|
| Filing Method | • Submit URS + attachments; pay fee online or by mail • Mail/submit to DOJ Public Protection Division (Baton Rouge) |
| Filing Calendar & Triggers | • Charities that solicit in LA using a professional solicitor must register annually • Registration must be filed at least 10 days prior to soliciting |
| Filing Due Date | At least 10 days before solicitation; renew annually thereafter. |
| Renewal Detail | • Renew annually using URS + renewal checklist items • $25 annual fee |
| Extensions Calendar | Not specified in DOJ guidance (treat as none). |
| Exemptions | • If exempt, submit exemption form (LA DOJ) |
| Good Standing Required for Charity Filing? | No |
| Solicitation while Curing Deficiencies? | No |
| Enforcement Posture | Moderate |
| Recovery Method | • Submit complete URS packet + fee • If lapsed, file renewal packet before any further solicitation |
| Required Documents | • URS (v3.10) • Articles of Incorporation • Bylaws • Contracts with professional solicitors (if any) • List of other states where registered • IRS 501(c)(3) determination letter |
| Financial Audit/Review Thresholds | N/A (LA guidance: Form 990 not required for annual registrations). |
| Schedule B Reaction Rule (Donor Names) | Remove |
| Signature Requirements | Sworn certification under penalty of perjury; notary block on URS (if required). |
| High-Risk Traps / Enforcement Notes | • LA guidance is tied to use of professional solicitors; rule set differs from typical 'all charities' states • LA does not require IRS Form 990 for annual registrations • Plan lead time: at least 10 days prior to solicitation |
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