As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the
meanings indicated:
ALARM SYSTEM
Any device designed for the detection of an unauthorized
entry on the premises, unlawful act or any emergency, that when activated
transmits a signal, either visual, audible or both or causes to be
transmitted a signal.
FALSE ALARM
Any alarm signal that alerts a municipal organization, which
is not the result of an actual or threatened emergency requiring immediate
response. False alarms shall include, but not be limited to, negligently
or accidentally activated signals; signals which are the result of
faulty, malfunctioning or improperly installed or maintained equipment;
signals which are purposely or accidentally activated to summon police,
fire, emergency or EMS services in nonemergency situations; and alarm
signals for which the actual cause is not determined.
OPERATIVE ALARM SYSTEM
Also called "Burglar Alarms." Any device designed for the
detection of any unauthorized entry on the premises, unlawful act
or any emergency that alerts a private security or guard organization
who then alerts the proper municipal authority, or which directly
alerts a municipal organization, when activated gives a signal, either
visual, audible or both or transmits or causes be transmitted a signal.
No commercial entity as defined above using or possessing an
alarm system shall cause or permit the giving of repeated false alarms,
whether intentional, accidental or otherwise.
The Chief of Police or his or her designee may revoke or suspend
any permit issued if he/she determines:
A. The application for the permit contains a statement of material fact
which is false.
B. The permittee has failed to comply with this chapter.
C. The alarm system is negligently maintained or used or more than four
false alarms within a one-year period from the first false alarm shall
be defined as evidence of negligent maintenance or use.