Arizona § 13-2404 - Refusing to assist in fire control; classification
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-2404 — Refusing to assist in fire control; classification, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13-2404. Refusing to assist in fire control; classification
A. A person commits refusing to assist in fire control if:
1. Upon a reasonable command by a person reasonably known to be a fireman, such person knowingly refuses to aid in extinguishing a fire or in protecting property at the scene of a fire; or
2. Upon command by a person reasonably known to be a fireman or peace officer, such person knowingly disobeys an order or regulation relating to the conduct of persons in the vicinity of a fire.
B. In this section, "fireman" means any officer of the fire department, the state forester or his deputies or any other person vested by law with the duty to extinguish fires.
C. A person who complies with this section by assisting in fire control shall not be held liable to any person for damages resulting therefrom, if such person acted reasonably under the circumstances known to him at the time.
D. Refusing to assist in fire control is a class 1 misdemeanor.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 13-2404
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-2404 cover?
Section 13-2404 ("Refusing to assist in fire control; classification") is part of the Arizona Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Arizona. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Arizona § 13-2404?
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Is this the official text of Arizona law?
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How does Arizona § 13-2404 apply to my situation?
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