Vermont Statutes Title 20 Sec. 2869
Terms Used In Vermont Statutes Title 20 Sec. 2869
- Person: shall include any natural person, corporation, municipality, the State of Vermont or any department, agency, or subdivision of the State, and any partnership, unincorporated association, or other legal entity. See
- Probable cause: A reasonable ground for belief that the offender violated a specific law.
- State: when applied to the different parts of the United States may apply to the District of Columbia and any territory and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. See
- Testimony: Evidence presented orally by witnesses during trials or before grand juries.
§ 2869. Prosecution
After making such investigation, if the Fire Marshal or Deputy Fire Marshal is of the opinion that there is probable cause to believe a person guilty of the crime of arson, or of an attempt to commit the crime of arson, or of a conspiracy to defraud, or any criminal conduct in connection with such fires, he or she shall furnish to the State‘s Attorney a copy of all such testimony together with the names and residences of witnesses and all necessary information obtained by him or her. Such State’s Attorney shall take such action as the facts justify and diligently inquire into all circumstances attending the fire. The Fire Marshal may assist in the prosecution either in person or by the Deputy Fire Marshal.