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(2)01. Arson

  • A person who intentionally and maliciously sets fire to or burns any structure, forest land, or property without prior authorization is guilty under this code section.
  • A person who intentionally aids, counsels, or helps facilitate the burning of any structure, forest land, or property without proper authorization is guilty under this code section.
  • A person who, through criminal accident or negligence, causes a fire to burn any structure, forest land, or property is guilty under this code section.
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Arson’s criminality is when someone intentionally creates or helps create a fire.