§ 124-2. Definitions.

For the purpose of this chapter, certain words and phrases are defined as follows:

ALARM SYSTEM

Any mechanical, electrical or electronic device which is designed or used for the detection of an unauthorized entry into a building, structure or facility, or for alerting others about the commission of an unlawful act within a building, structure or facility, or for alerting others about the existence of any other condition requiring response of police and which emits and/or transmits an audible and/or visual signal or message when actuated. "Alarm system" includes but is not limited to direct-dial telephone devices, audible alarms and subscriber alarms.

AUDIBLE ALARM

A device that emits an audible signal from the premises that it is designed to protect.

BOROUGH

The Borough of Bellmawr.

DIRECT-DIAL ALARM

A device that, when actuated, causes a recorded message to be transmitted, via telephone, to the Bellmawr Police Department stating that emergency response is necessary.

EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER

The primary phone number advertised to the public for requesting emergency services.

FALSE ALARM

An alarm signal, necessitating response by the Bellmawr Police Department, where an emergency situation does not exist. An alarm that has been activated by an external source that is beyond the reasonable control of the subscriber shall not be considered false.

POLICE

The Bellmawr Police Department.

SUBSCRIBER ALARM

An alarm system that is terminated by direct connection to the Bellmawr Police Department, in accordance with regulations prescribed in separate legislation.