Sec. 29.04.05.02. Definitions

A. In this chapter, the following terms have the meanings indicated.

B. Terms Defined.

(1) "Circumventional information" means information, including pass codes, that allows an individual to alter the operation of a security system, but does not include generic user or installation manuals.

(2) "Firm" means a partnership or corporation.

(3) "Firm member" means a partner of a partnership or an officer or director of a corporation.

(4) "License" means a license issued by the Secretary that authorizes the licensee to engage in the business of providing security systems services for compensation.

(5) "Providing security systems services" means providing, on the premises of a person's residential or commercial property, the following services:

(a) Surveying the property for the purpose of installing a security system;

(b) Physically installing, maintaining, or repairing a security system for the customer; or

(c) Responding to a distress call or an alarm sounding from a security system.

(6) "Representative member" means a firm member who is appointed under this chapter to act on behalf of the firm.

(7) "Secretary" means the Secretary of State Police or the Secretary's designee.

(8) "Security systems agency" means an individual or a firm that conducts a business that provides security systems services.

(9) "Security systems technician" means an individual who personally provides security systems services.