The bill amends various articles of the Louisiana Code of Civil Procedure concerning the probate process for successions and donations. Key changes include provisions for ex parte probate, allowing the court to proceed with the probate of a testament without a hearing unless an objection is made. The language has been updated to clarify that objections can be presented in writing and must comply with specific provisions. Additionally, the bill introduces a new chapter heading and modifies the process verbal requirements, ensuring that it includes detailed accounts of the hearing and testimony.

Furthermore, the bill allows individuals unable to pay court costs to litigate without prior payment, specifically in succession proceedings. It establishes that an account of all costs incurred will be maintained, and if a party is permitted to proceed without payment, the court will order costs to be paid from succession assets. The bill also stipulates that if a judgment is rendered in favor of the indigent party, the opposing party will be responsible for covering the costs, which will have a superior privilege on the judgment.