1. (1) The certifying officer shall review any information available and shall establish that:

   1. (a) the threat or harm is verified and has been reported to law enforcement agency with jurisdiction of the property;
   2. (b) the threats are current and ongoing;
   3. (c) other security measures have been implemented or improved;
   4. (d) the applicant and other residents have had a fingerprint-based background check are not involved in illegal activities; and
   5. (e) the improvements are not related to an illegal purpose, plan, or scheme.

2. (2) The certifying officer may discuss defensibility of the proposed improvement with the fire authority having jurisdiction, and the local law enforcement entity.

   1. (a) If the proposed improvements would endanger the occupants due to lack of egress in a fire, the certification may be denied until appropriate fire protection or egress is established in the proposed plans.
   2. (b) The certifying officer may discuss with the applicant the potential that the improvement may limit law enforcement's ability to respond to incidents.

KEY: law enforcement, security improvements, protection certificate

Date of Last Change: December 9, 2025

Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 53-30-201