As used in this article, the following terms shall have the meanings
indicated:
ALARM SYSTEM
An assembly of equipment and/or devices arranged to signal the presence
of a hazard requiring urgent attention and to which police or fire personnel
are expected to respond. This includes, but is not limited to, all burglar
alarms, fire alarms, smoke alarms, carbon monoxide alarms, hold-up alarms,
telephone dialer alarms, premises alarms, or alarms on motor vehicles.
FALSE ALARM
Accidental or unintentional activation of an alarm system through
mechanical failure, malfunction, improper installation, or the negligence
of the owner or lessee of an alarm system. Alarms caused by hurricanes, tornadoes,
earthquakes, other infrequent violent conditions, or acts of God, shall not
be considered false alarms.
Any appeals to any part of this article may be made to the Chief of
Police. The Chief of Police may consult with the Fire Chief.