posted on Tuesday, November 11, 2008 4:32 PM
by
klehan
Yukon, OK, Okays False Alarm Fees
The city of Yukon, OK, will begin issuing fines next year to residents and business owners who have frequent false alarms at their buildings.
Residents and business owners will be allowed two false alarms per calendar year.
The third and fourth false alarms will result in a $50 fine. Those who have five or more false alarms will be fined $100.
Police spokeswoman Klare Ly said there has been a recent increase in false alarms in the city.
Ly said when individuals periodically test their alarms, they sometimes fail to notify the police department. Police officers are dispatched when the alarm is triggered.
The fines will take effect Jan. 1. If the fines aren’t paid within 30 days, the alarm permit will be revoked.
The fine will be waived if the alarm is triggered because of inclement weather.
The city also is increasing alarm permit fees Jan. 1 from $25 to $50. The permits will be valid for one year.
A $10 renewal fee must be paid annually.
Permit registration forms are available at the Yukon Police Department, 100 S Ranchwood Blvd.