§ 154-402. Spillage of dirt, garbage, trash, etc.

(a)

It shall be unlawful for any person to operate or cause to be operated any vehicle or other mobile equipment being used for the hauling of earth, waste materials, garbage, trash, or other loose materials, in such manner as to cause or permit the spillage, dropping or casting of any portion thereof upon the streets, sidewalks, or public ways, or in any other manner which would create a nuisance.

(b)

It shall be unlawful for any person to operate or cause to be operated any vehicle or other mobile equipment being used for the hauling of garbage, or trash, unless such garbage or trash is completely covered by a securely fastened tarpaulin, or other similar covering, and unless the tailgate of such vehicle is secured in such manner as to prevent spillage of any portion of the garbage or trash being transported upon the streets, sidewalks, or other public ways.

(Code 1956, § 38-140)

State law reference

Loads on vehicles; care required thereto, R.S. 32:383.