Minnesota § 438.09 - FIRE DEPARTMENT MAY GET COMPENSATED FOR OUTSIDE FIRE
Full text of Minnesota Minnesota Statutes § 438.09 — FIRE DEPARTMENT MAY GET COMPENSATED FOR OUTSIDE FIRE, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 438.09. FIRE DEPARTMENT MAY GET COMPENSATED FOR OUTSIDE FIRE
The body or person having control of a municipal fire department shall have authority to contract with other municipalities or private groups for compensation for services rendered in fighting fires as provided in section 438.08. The compensation agreed shall be a legal charge and collectible by the municipality rendering the service in any court of competent jurisdiction.
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Official Publication of the State of Minnesota
Revisor of Statutes
Source: official Minnesota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Minnesota § 438.09
What does Minnesota Statutes § 438.09 cover?
Section 438.09 ("FIRE DEPARTMENT MAY GET COMPENSATED FOR OUTSIDE FIRE") is part of the Minnesota Statutes, the codified statutory law of Minnesota. 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 Minnesota § 438.09?
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