For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
ALARM SYSTEM. An alarm installation designed to be used for the prevention or detection of burglary, robbery, heat, smoke and fire on the premises which contain an alarm installation. Automobile alarm devices are not an ALARM SYSTEM.
ALARM USER. A person in control of any building, structure or facility wherein an alarm system is maintained.
FALSE ALARM. An alarm signal eliciting a response by police or fire personnel when a situation requiring a response does not, in fact, exist and which is caused by the activation of the alarm system through mechanical failure, alarm malfunction, improper installation or the inadvertence of the owner or lessee of an alarm system. The term does not include alarms caused by climatic conditions such as tornadoes, thunderstorms, utility line mishaps, violent conditions of nature or any other conditions which
are clearly beyond the control of the alarm manufacturer, installer or owner.
POLICE COMMUNICATIONS CENTER. The Anoka County facility used to receive emergency requests for service and general information from the public.
(Prior Code, § 508.02)