(A) The Fire Marshal, when, in his or her opinion, further investigation is necessary, shall take or cause to be taken the testimony, on oath, of all persons supposed to be cognizant of any facts or to have means of knowledge in relation to the matter under investigation, and shall cause the testimony to be reduced to writing.
(B) The Fire Marshal is authorized and empowered to administer oaths and affirmations to any person appearing as witnesses before him or her.
(2012 Code, § 38-45)