Louisiana § RS 53:41 - Governor authorized to carry out precautionary measures
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 53:41 — Governor authorized to carry out precautionary measures, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 53:41. Governor authorized to carry out precautionary measures
The governor may carry out, throughout the state or in any area of the state, all precautionary measures against air raids and other forms of attack, all measures which will effect the discontinuance of any activity which may assist an enemy in accomplishing his objective, and precautionary measures to minimize the loss of life or property which might result from enemy attacks. The governor may make, amend, or rescind general or special orders, rules, and regulations necessary in this connection, which are not inconsistent with any order, rule, or regulation of the Armed Forces of the United States or of the Director of Civilian Defense.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 53:41
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 53:41 cover?
Section RS 53:41 ("Governor authorized to carry out precautionary measures") 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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