Billing Cycle

The billing cycle begins on May 1st and ends on April 30th each year.

During this billing cycle, the alarm user may accrue 3 false alarms against their registration with no penalty. After the 3rd false alarm, fines are accessed as follows:

False Alarm(s) Number & Fee:

  • 1, 2 = No Fee
  • 3, 4, 5, 6 = $50
  • 7, 8, 9 = $100
  • 10, 11, 12 = $150
  • 13 and greater = $200

In Addition Fines
After the 6th false alarm, a user is required to have their system inspected and re-certified by their alarm company. There is a $25.00 fee for the inspection certificate. After the 12th false alarm, a user is required to have their system upgraded. There is a $50.00 fee for the upgrade certificate. Read more about the Appeal Guidelines for the false alarm penalties