North Carolina § 160A-294 - 1. Honoring deceased or retiring firefighters.
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§ 160A-294. 1. Honoring deceased or retiring firefighters.
A fire department established by a municipality pursuant to this Article may, in the discretion of the governing body of the municipality, award to a retiring firefighter or a surviving relative of a deceased firefighter, upon request, the fire helmet of the deceased or retiring firefighter, at a price determined in a manner authorized by the governing body. The price may be less than the fair market value of the helmet. History (2003-145, s. 2.) Cross References. - As to counties honoring deceased or retiring firefighters, see G.S. 153A-236.
Source: official North Carolina text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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Section 160A-294 ("1. Honoring deceased or retiring firefighters.") is part of the North Carolina General Statutes, the codified statutory law of North Carolina. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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