(A) In order to prevent vandalism such as the breaking out of windows and the like by outsiders, the Fire Chief or officer in charge is hereby deputized an officer of the town during the firefighting period for the protection of property of individuals and also the firefighting equipment. He or she is also empowered to prevent those things which impede firefighting.
(B) Those convicted of damaging property or in any way impeding firefighting shall be deemed guilty of a Class 4 misdemeanor.
(1997 Code, § 34-4) Penalty, see § 92.99