Legal Definitions - personal servitude

PERSONAL SERVITUDE

Personal servitude is a type of servitude that grants specific rights to a particular person in a property. In Roman law, it referred to a person's right over another's property, regardless of the owner. In Louisiana law, it is a servitude that benefits a person or an immovable property.

• A landowner's right-of-way over an adjoining piece of land
• A right granted to one person to fish in another's lake
• A person's right to use a property for their lifetime

These examples illustrate how personal servitude grants specific rights to a particular person in a property. For instance, a landowner's right-of-way over an adjoining piece of land allows them to access their property easily. Similarly, a right granted to one person to fish in another's lake gives them exclusive access to the lake for fishing purposes. Lastly, a person's right to use a property for their lifetime allows them to enjoy the benefits of the property for as long as they live.