Kan. Stat. Ann. § 31-160
Smoke detectors; citation of act.
Operative Text
K.S.A. 31-160 through 31-164 shall be known and may be cited as the smoke detector act.
Kansas Statutes Annotated §§ 31-160 through 31-164 are collectively designated as the 'smoke detector act.' This citation provision establishes the official short title for the group of statutes governing smoke detector requirements in Kansas. The name serves as a convenient reference point for the broader set of rules that follow in subsequent sections.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating in Kansas should be aware that § 31-160 marks the starting point of the smoke detector act, which spans through § 31-164. Compliant operators familiarize themselves with the full scope of this act, as the substantive requirements—such as installation and maintenance obligations—are found in the sections that follow. Knowing the act's official title helps when reviewing inspection reports, local ordinances, or any notices that reference the smoke detector act by name.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Kansas renters should know that § 31-160 introduces the 'smoke detector act,' a set of statutes running through § 31-164 that addresses smoke detector standards in the state. The provisions that follow this citation section contain the substantive rights and protections relevant to residential occupants. Tenants who have concerns about smoke detector compliance may find it useful to reference the smoke detector act by name when contacting a local housing authority or a tenant-rights organization.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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