According to Title 40:1566 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes, the Fire Department in any jurisdiction in the state must investigate the cause, origin, and circumstances of every fire that occurs within their jurisdiction. They are required to investigate any fire that results in damage or destruction to property. If the origin and cause of the fire cannot be determined, an investigator from the Louisiana office of the State Fire Marshal can be requested for further assistance. Additionally, a request for a Louisiana office of the State Fire Marshal investigator should be made if there is any loss of life, injuries to persons, or if the fire is determined to be the result of criminal neglect or carelessness on the part of the owner, occupant, or a third party.