Louisiana § RS 53:42 - Blackouts and radio silences
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 53:42 — Blackouts and radio silences, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 53:42. Blackouts and radio silences
Blackouts and radio silences shall be carried out only in the areas, at the times, and for the periods designated by air raid warnings or orders with respect thereto issued by the United States Army, or its duly designated agency and only under conditions and in a manner not inconsistent with any warning or order. Practice blackouts shall be held only when and as authorized by the United States Army or its duly designated agency.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 53:42
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 53:42 cover?
Section RS 53:42 ("Blackouts and radio silences") is part of the Louisiana Civil Code, the codified statutory law of Louisiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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