Model Alarm Ordinance

In most communities, over 95% of alarm occurrences are false alarms which divert law enforcement professionals from responding to real public safety emergencies.

In order to reduce false alarm dispatches, the Model Alarm Ordinance was developed as a cooperative effort between law enforcement and the security industry. The ordinance enables communities to save substantial financial resources that would otherwise be lost when officers are sent out to answer costly erroneous calls.

Alarm Detection Systems, Inc. has long been a major participant in the efforts of the Model Alarm Ordinance, with employees working diligently on this project from its inception. As one of the nation’s leaders in the attempt to reduce false dispatches, ADS has invested heavily in training our staff, as well as our customers, in the best practices of alarm usage.

Overall, this ordinance provides guidelines for security systems that are intended to summon police response. Procedures are stated regarding the operation and monitoring of these systems, as well as the duties of the alarm administrator. In addition, the ordinance recommends procedures for requiring, issuing, and suspending permits, as well as instituting fees and establishing penalties for violations.