# Chapter 3 Local Fire Marshals

This chapter is comprised of the following sections:

- §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