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Texas Local Government Code - LOC GOV'T § 352.0125. Certification Requirements in Certain Counties

Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

(a) This section applies only to a county with a population of 100,000 or more.

(b) A county fire marshal shall hold the following certifications issued by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection:

(1) head of a prevention-only fire department certification not later than 12 months after the date the marshal is initially appointed;

(2) a fire marshal basic certification not later than 24 months after the date the marshal is initially appointed;  and

(3) a fire protection personnel certification not later than 12 months after the date the marshal is initially appointed.

(c) If acting as a peace officer, a county fire marshal and any related officer, inspector, and investigator must hold a permanent peace officer license issued under Chapter 1701, Occupations Code.

(d) If acting under fire marshal authority to conduct or supervise arson investigations or fire inspections, a county fire marshal or the marshal's employees must hold certifications required for fire inspection by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection under Chapter 419, Government Code.

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