Art. 1225 Service; resident parent

Here's a plain English summary:

If a parent needs to be notified about a court case involving their child, and that parent lives in Louisiana, the notice must be given in one of two ways. Someone can hand the papers directly to the parent, or the papers can be left at the parent's home with another adult who lives there.

This notice has to happen at least 30 days before the court hearing starts. This gives the parent enough time to know what's happening and prepare for the hearing. The 30-day waiting period is not optional. Courts follow this rule closely because parents have a right to know about legal matters that affect their children and to have a fair chance to respond before a hearing takes place.