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  "urn": "urn:us-la:civcode:art:3288",
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  "heading": "Requirements of contract of mortgage",
  "text": "A contract of mortgage must state precisely the nature and situation of each of the immovables or other property over which it is granted; state the amount of the obligation, or the maximum amount of the obligations that may be outstanding at any time and from time to time that the mortgage secures; and be signed by the mortgagor.",
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