(A) Any duly authorized law enforcement officers or representatives in the course of their duties in enforcing this chapter shall have the right to enter onto private property, provided that they have probable cause that a violation of this chapter is occurring or has occurred, but they shall not enter into any structure or building without permission or authorization to do so.
(B) For the purpose of determining compliance with the provisions of this chapter the Boone County Sheriff or its authorized representatives are hereby authorized to make inspections of all sources of noise whenever necessary to determine the quantity and character of such noise. If any person refuses or restricts entry and free access to any part of a building or structure, or refuses inspection of any activity, device, facility, motor vehicle, or process where inspection is sought, such officer or their authorized representatives may seek from the county court a warrant for inspection requiring that such person permit entry and free access without interference, restriction or obstruction, at a reasonable time, for the purpose of inspecting, testing or measuring noise. The county court shall have power, jurisdiction and authority to enforce all orders issued under the provisions of this chapter.
(Ord. 2007-14, passed 7-16-2007)