LAC 25:I.165. Access to Files

A. Access to the central state archaeological survey files will be restricted to those agencies and persons who, in the opinion of the state archaeologist or appropriate deputy custodian, have a legitimate need for the information contained therein. Easy access to the files will be provided to all scientific and educational institutions, professional archaeologists, students, government agencies, archaeological societies, and other individuals who are pursuing valid research needs. Access will not be provided automatically, however, to those groups or persons lacking specific purpose or requirements unless a clear scientific or educational intent can be demonstrated. The central state archaeological survey files will be maintained to protect archaeological resources and to contribute to scholarship and scientific advancement; the files will not be maintained to facilitate the location of archaeological sites for activities specifically prohibited by R.S. 41:1609.