(A) The sounding of an audible signal from a security alarm system that can be heard continuously off the premises for more than ten minutes is a violation of this chapter.
(2003 Code, § 9-401)
(B) It is a defense to a violation of this section that the continuous sounding of the alarm:
(2003 Code, § 9-402)
(1) Assisted in saving a life or avoiding injury;
(2003 Code, § 9-402.1)
(2) Was caused by a malfunction of the alarm system equipment without the alarm user’s prior knowledge of the cause of the malfunction; or
(2003 Code, § 9-402.2)
(3) Was activated by an unauthorized entry or criminal activity.
(2003 Code, § 9-402.3)
Penalty, see § 132.99