The Office of the Fire Marshal enforces the Howard County Fire Code, reducing the risk of fire and fire-related injury or death.

Fire Investigators investigate the causes of fires and explosions, and potentially explosive devices.

Scam Squad, via the Office of Consumer Protection, share alerts about ongoing scams in Howard County, as well as information and resources from partner agencies.

Learn about your rights as a consumer. 

Learn about your rights as a landlord or tenant.

Learn about peddlers and solicitors operating in Howard County.

Learn about how to remove an unauthorized vehicle from private property and the registration requirements and procedures involved.