Virginia § 27-17 - Entry of buildings on fire and premises adjoining
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 27-17 — Entry of buildings on fire and premises adjoining, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 27-17. Entry of buildings on fire and premises adjoining
The chief of any fire department or fire company or other authorized officer in command at a fire or medical emergency, and his subordinates, upon his order or direction, shall have the right at any time of the day or night to enter any building or upon any premises where a fire is in progress, or any building or premises adjacent thereto for the purpose of extinguishing the fire.
Code 1919, § 3130; 1970, c. 187; 2001, c. 142; 2015, cc. 502, 503.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 27-17
What does Code of Virginia § 27-17 cover?
Section 27-17 ("Entry of buildings on fire and premises adjoining") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. 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 Virginia § 27-17?
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