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Q: Would burning down a forest be considered arson?
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The willful and malicious burning of a building is the crime of?

Arson


What kind of crime is arson?

Arson is a crime that has to do with burning of houses or properties


Is burning of a vechicle considered arson?

Arson is criminally/intentionally starting a fire. So if you started the fire to perhaps collect the insurance or you happen to be a pyromaniac then yes its arson. If the fire was accidental or not criminal (like trying to stay warm to not die in the middle of a blizzard) then no


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Single word for illegal burning?

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How much jail time for burning a bunch of branches and confessing?

Not enough information to answer. Define "burning a bunch of branches." Are you referring to a small pile of yard debris or a forest fire? Were you charged with a municipal 'open burning' ordinance or 'arson?' If a violation of a municipal ordnance - likeley only to be a monetary fine. If arson - that is a usually a felony offense calling for prison time.


Why is burning down houses illegal?

It is arson. Arson is a crime and results in prison time. When a arson fire is set it can destroy an area or town.


The burning or attempted burning of property with or without intent to defraud is called?

Arson


What are the elements that the prosecutors in California must prove to convict a person of arson?

The elements that the state has to satisfy for an Arson conviction in the state of California are; Any person who willingly or maliciously, sets fire to, or burns, or causes to be burned, aids,counsels, procures the burning of, any structure,forest land or property, is guilty of Arson.


What can be started by lighting arson or debris burning?

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What is the most commmon form of arson?

The most common form of arson is burning vehicles or buildings for insurance claims.


What is the most common form of arson reported in 2005?

The most common form of arson is burning vehicles for insurance claims. With 17,259 such burnings reported.