Third-degree arson in Georgia involves knowingly setting fire to personal property valued at $25 or more. 3rd degree arson punishment can include a fine of up to $10,000 and a prison sentence for up to five years. A lawyer can explain the specifics of the charges against you and the…
Arson in the second degree in Georgia is a serious felony offense. According to Georgia Code § 16-7-61, a person commits this crime when they knowingly use fire or explosives to damage any building, vehicle, railroad car, watercraft, aircraft, or other structure that is not a dwelling, without the owner’s…
In Georgia, first-degree arson is a serious crime. It occurs when someone intentionally sets fire to property or uses explosives to damage it. The Official Code of Georgia Annotated (O.C.G.A.) § 16-7-60 outlines the legal framework for first-degree arson. Definition and Elements An individual is guilty of first-degree arson if…