Section 775.113 - Additional Investigation Powers(a) If the fire marshal determines that further investigation of a fire or of an attempt to set a fire is necessary, the fire marshal may:(1) subpoena witnesses to testify regarding the fire or attempt;(2) administer oaths to the witnesses;(3) take and preserve written statements, including statements under oath such as an affidavit or deposition; and(4) require the production of a document or item related to the investigation.(b) As part of an investigation, the fire marshal may:(1) conduct an investigation or examination in private;(2) exclude a person who is not under examination; and(3) separate witnesses from each other until each witness is examined.Tex. Health and Safety Code § 775.113
Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 272, Sec. 5, eff. 9/1/2001.