§ 25-77. Investigation of fires.

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The Fire Department shall investigate the cause, origin, and circumstances of every fire occurring in the City by which property has been destroyed or damaged and, so far as possible, shall determine whether the fire is the result of carelessness or design. Such investigations shall begin immediately upon the occurrence of such a fire. The Fire Marshal shall take charge immediately of the physical evidence, shall notify the proper authorities designated by law to pursue the investigation of such matters, and shall further cooperate with the authorities in the collection of evidence and in the prosecution of the case.

(Ord. No. 00-12, § 1, 3-7-00; Ord. No. 01-20, § 2, 10-16-01)

                    
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