§123. Capacity

            A. An in vitro fertilized human embryo exists as a juridical person until it is either:

            (1) Deemed nonviable as provided in R.S. 9:121.

            (2) Implanted in the womb, at which time rights attach as otherwise allowed by law.

            B. As a juridical person, the in vitro fertilized human embryo shall:

            (1) Have the capacity to sue or be sued.

            (2) Be recognized as a separate entity apart from the medical facility or clinic where it is housed or stored.

            Acts 1986, No. 964, §1; Acts 2025, No. 116, §1.