Laos Law on Prevention and Combating Cybercrime (2015)
Laos' Law on Prevention and Combating Cybercrime (2015) establishes the legal framework for addressing cybercrime and includes provisions for data protection and cybersecurity. It criminalises unauthorised access, data interference, system interference, and misuse of devices. Includes provisions on electronic evidence, international cooperation, and service provider obligations. The Ministry of Post, Telecommunications and Communication oversees implementation.
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Framework Domains (11)
Cyber Offences (Articles 8-18)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| LAOS-CC-Art10 | Unauthorized Interception |
| LAOS-CC-Art11 | Computer System Interference |
| LAOS-CC-Art12 | Computer Data Forgery |
| LAOS-CC-Art13 | Online Social Media Damage |
| LAOS-CC-Art8 | Unauthorized Computer Access |
Cybercrime Provisions
Criminal provisions for cyber offences
General Provisions
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| 42 USC 12181 | Definitions |
| 42 USC 12182(a) | General prohibition of discrimination |
| 42 USC 12182(b)(1) | Denial of participation |
| 42 USC 12182(b)(2)(A)(ii) | Reasonable modifications |
| 42 USC 12182(b)(2)(A)(iii) | Auxiliary aids and services |
| Art. 1 | Open Finance Implementation |
| Art. 2 | Consent Definition |
| Art. 3 | Objectives of Open Finance |
| Art. 4 | Participating Institutions |
| Art.1 | Purpose of the Law |
| Art.3 | Definitions |
| Art.5 | Scope of Application |
| JOR-1 | Scope and Definitions (Article 1-2) |
| JOR-2 | Exemptions (Article 3) |
| LAOS-CC-Art1 | Purpose and Scope |
| LAOS-CC-Art2 | Definitions |
| PY-1 | Object and Scope |
| PY-2 | Definitions |
| Part 1, Sec. 1-3 | Purpose and Interpretation |
| Part 1, Sec. 4 | Application and Scope |
| Part 1, Sec. 5 | Crown Binding |
General Provisions
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| 42 USC 12181 | Definitions |
| 42 USC 12182(a) | General prohibition of discrimination |
| 42 USC 12182(b)(1) | Denial of participation |
| 42 USC 12182(b)(2)(A)(ii) | Reasonable modifications |
| 42 USC 12182(b)(2)(A)(iii) | Auxiliary aids and services |
| Art. 1 | Open Finance Implementation |
| Art. 2 | Consent Definition |
| Art. 3 | Objectives of Open Finance |
| Art. 4 | Participating Institutions |
| Art.1 | Purpose of the Law |
| Art.3 | Definitions |
| Art.5 | Scope of Application |
| JOR-1 | Scope and Definitions (Article 1-2) |
| JOR-2 | Exemptions (Article 3) |
| LAOS-CC-Art1 | Purpose and Scope |
| LAOS-CC-Art2 | Definitions |
| PY-1 | Object and Scope |
| PY-2 | Definitions |
| Part 1, Sec. 1-3 | Purpose and Interpretation |
| Part 1, Sec. 4 | Application and Scope |
| Part 1, Sec. 5 | Crown Binding |
International Cooperation
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| Art.30 | International Cooperation |
Investigation and Enforcement
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| LAOS-CC-Art40 | Investigation Procedures |
| LAOS-CC-Art53 | Inspection Powers |
| LAOS-CC-Art56 | Penalties |
Obligations of Service Providers
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| Art.20 | Service Provider Duties |
| Art.22 | Cooperation with Authorities |
Penalties
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| Art.34 | Penalties for Legal Entities |
Prevention Measures
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| LAOS-CC-Art20 | Awareness Campaigns |
| LAOS-CC-Art21 | Network Security |
| LAOS-CC-Art22 | LaoCERT |
| SAPIN2-1 | Code of Conduct |
| SAPIN2-2 | Corruption Risk Assessment |
| SAPIN2-3 | Third-Party Due Diligence |
| SAPIN2-4 | Training Programs |
Procedural Powers
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| Art.25 | Preservation of Stored Data |
| Art.26 | Production Orders |
| Art.27 | Search and Seizure |
| Art.28 | Real-Time Collection of Traffic Data |
Prohibitions
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| Art.11 | Prohibition of Illegal Access |
| Art.12 | Prohibition of Illegal Interception |
| Art.13 | Prohibition of Data Interference |
| Art.14 | Prohibition of System Interference |
| Art.15 | Misuse of Devices |
| Art.16 | Computer-Related Forgery and Fraud |
| Art.17 | Content-Related Offences |
Your Compliance Coverage
If you comply with Laos Law on Prevention and Combating Cybercrime (2015), you already cover:
NIS2 Directive
35%
18 controls mapped
Compare →Law 1581 of 2012 - Statutory Framework for the Protection of Personal Data
33%
17 controls mapped
Compare →DORA
33%
17 controls mapped
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laos Law on Prevention and Combating Cybercrime (2015)?
Laos Law on Prevention and Combating Cybercrime (2015) is a compliance framework from Laos with 11 domains and 51 controls. Laos' Law on Prevention and Combating Cybercrime (2015) establishes the legal framework for addressing cybercrime and includes provisions for data protection and cybersecurity. It criminalises unauthorised access, data interference, system interference, and misuse of devices. Includes provisions on electronic evidence, international cooperation, and service provider obligations. The Ministry of Post, Telecommunications and Communication oversees implementation. It is used by organisations to establish and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
How many controls does Laos Law on Prevention and Combating Cybercrime (2015) have?
Laos Law on Prevention and Combating Cybercrime (2015) has 51 controls organised across 11 domains. The largest domains are General Provisions (18 controls), Prevention Measures (7 controls), Prohibitions (7 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.
What frameworks does Laos Law on Prevention and Combating Cybercrime (2015) map to?
Laos Law on Prevention and Combating Cybercrime (2015) maps to 648 other compliance frameworks. The top mapping partners are NIS2 Directive (35% coverage), Law 1581 of 2012 - Statutory Framework for the Protection of Personal Data (33% coverage), DORA (33% coverage). Use our comparison tool to explore control-level mappings between frameworks.
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