Law on population protection. Country/Territory Switzerland Territorial subdivision Luzern Document type Legislation Date 2007 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Environment gen. Keyword Disasters Cultural heritage Enforcement/compliance Offences/penalties Geographical area Europe, Western Europe Entry into force notes The present Law enters into force on 1 January 2008. Abstract The present Law implements the Federal Population and Civil Protection Act of 4 October 2002. In particular, the Law lays down provisions relating to the correct and efficient implementation of the afore-mentioned Federal Act in the Canton Luzern. The Law regulates the protection of the population in case of disasters, emergencies and armed conflicts. Moreover, it establishes the responsibilities of municipalities and Canton and defines the guidance and cooperation with partner organizations. Th Full text German Website www.lu.ch References - Legislation Implements Loi fédérale sur la protection de la population et sur la protection civile (LPPCi). Legislation | Switzerland | 2002 (2017) Keyword: Basic legislation, Disasters Source: FAO, FAOLEX