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  6. Title 27 - Fire Protection
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  8. Chapter 3 - Local Fire Marshals


Chapter 3 - Local Fire Marshals


  • § 27-30. Appointment of fire marshal
  • § 27-31. Investigation of fires and explosions
  • § 27-32. Summoning witnesses and taking evidence
  • § 27-32.1. Right of entry to investigate cause of fire or explosion
  • § 27-32.2. Issuance of fire investigation warrant
  • § 27-33. Report of investigation
  • § 27-34. Duties and powers at fires
  • § 27-34.1. Power of fire marshal or fire chief to take property found at scene of fire or explosion; restitution of such property
  • § 27-34.2. Power to arrest, to procure and serve warrants and to issue summons; limitation on authority
  • § 27-34.2:1. Police powers of fire marshals
  • § 27-34.3. Power to order immediate compliance with law, etc., or prohibit use of building or equipment
  • § 27-34.4. Inspection and review of plans of buildings under construction
  • § 27-35. Penalty for failure to discharge duty
  • § 27-36. Appointment, powers and duties of assistant fire marshals
  • § 27-37. Oath of fire marshal and assistants
  • § 27-37.1. Right of entry to investigate releases of hazardous material, hazardous waste, or regulated substances
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