Sec. 352.015. ARSON INVESTIGATION. (a) If the county fire marshal determines that further investigation of a fire or of an attempt to set a fire is necessary, the marshal may:
(1) subpoena witnesses to testify regarding the fire or attempt;
(2) administer oaths to the witnesses;
(3) take and preserve written statements, affidavits, and depositions; and
(4) require the production of an instrument that is pertinent to the investigation.
(b) The county fire marshal shall file in a court of competent jurisdiction a complaint charging arson, attempted arson, conspiracy to defraud, or any other crime against a person the marshal believes to be guilty.
(c) The county fire marshal shall file charges under Section 352.021 in a court of competent jurisdiction against a witness who refuses to cooperate with the investigation.
Acts 1987, 70th Leg., ch. 149, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1987.
Structure Texas Statutes
Subtitle B - County Public Safety
Chapter 352 - County Fire Protection
Subchapter B. County Fire Marshal
Section 352.011. Creation of Office; Term
Section 352.012. Qualifications for Office
Section 352.013. Investigation of Fires
Section 352.014. Record of Investigation
Section 352.015. Arson Investigation
Section 352.016. Inspection or Review of Plan for Fire or Life Safety Hazards
Section 352.0165. Inspection of Group Homes in Certain Counties; Fee
Section 352.017. Privacy of Examinations; Service of Process
Section 352.018. Effect on Civil Actions
Section 352.019. Cooperation With Other Fire Protection Agencies; Training for First Responders
Section 352.021. Contempt of Fire Investigation Proceedings