Virginia Statutes

§ 27-31 — Investigation of fires and explosions

Virginia § 27-31

JurisdictionVirginia

Title 27FIRE PROTECTION

Ch. 3LOCAL FIRE MARSHALS

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Bluebook

Va. Code Ann. § 27-31 (2026).

Text

Such fire marshal shall make an investigation into the origin and cause of every fire and explosion occurring within the limits for which he was appointed, and for any such service he shall receive such compensation as the governing body may allow.

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Legislative History

Code 1919, § 3138; 1997, c. 436.

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