§3858.  Penalty for wilful violation of R.S. 13:3851 through 13:3861 by sheriff or recorder of mortgages

A sheriff or recorder of mortgages who wilfully violates any provision of R.S. 13:3851 through 13:3861 commits a misdemeanor, and on conviction thereof shall be fined not less than twenty-five dollars nor more than five hundred dollars, or imprisoned for not less than thirty days nor more than six months, or both; and is liable civilly for all damages sustained as a result of his violation.  

Acts 1960, No. 32, §6, eff. Jan. 1, 1961.