The Fire Marshal or his deputies may, each, in any county of this state, summon and compel the attendance of witnesses before them or either of them to testify in relation to any matter which is, by the provisions of this article, a subject of inquiry and investigation, and may require the production of any book, paper or document deemed pertinent thereto by them or either of them. The said Fire Marshal or his deputies may each administer oaths and affirmations to any person or persons appearing as witnesses before them, and false swearing in any matter or proceedings aforesaid shall be deemed perjury and shall be punished as such.
Last modified: May 3, 2021