Alarms are a proven deterrent to burglars, but they are routinely false!
Because of the high cost and risk incurred by responding to false alarm calls, the city of Alexandria has enacted a False Alarm Ordinance. The intent of this ordinance is, simply, to reduce the number of false alarms received by the Alexandria City Police and Fire Departments.
Permits can be obtained in person at:
Alexandria Police Department
1000 Bolton Avenue
Alexandria, La. 71301
False alarm fines
In accordance with the ordinance, the first two false alarms during the
calendar year are at no charge. The 3rd false alarm during the calendar
year is $25.00 and each subsequent alarm is $50.00.
PREVENTING FALSE
ALARMS
HOW TO REDUCE FALSE ALARMS
| 1.Have all loose fitting doors and windows with sensors tightened. A loose fit may break the sensor contact, even without opening the door/window. |
| 2. Insure everyone who has access to your house, has the code and knows how to arm and disarm your security system. |
| 3. Have your alarm company check and service your alarm system regularly. Notify them immediately if you think the system is not working properly. |
| 4.If the alarm goes off accidentally, notify the alarm company and/or the Alexandria Police Department immediately. |
BEFORE YOU LEAVE HOME
- Close and lock all doors and windows tightly
- Keep pets, balloons, fans and heaters away from motion sensor areas.
- After activating your system, wait a few moments to insure your security system armed itself properly.
