(1) As used in this section, ‘tamper’ includes, but is not limited to, the removal of working batteries.

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Terms Used In Oregon Statutes 105.842

  • Person: includes individuals, corporations, associations, firms, partnerships, limited liability companies and joint stock companies. See Oregon Statutes 174.100

(2) Except as otherwise provided in this section, a person may not remove or tamper with a carbon monoxide alarm installed in a one and two family dwelling or multifamily housing. This section does not prohibit the removal of, or tampering with, a carbon monoxide alarm:

(a) For the purpose of replacing a defective alarm or conforming the installation of the alarm with State Fire Marshal rules;

(b) In a dwelling or housing that is being demolished or converted to nonresidential use; or

(c) For the period that the removal or tampering is necessary for an active process of remodeling or renovating the installation location. [2009 c.591 § 6]