Oklahoma § 21-1404 - Arson in the fourth degree
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 21-1404 — Arson in the fourth degree, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 21-1404. Arson in the fourth degree
A. Any person who willfully and maliciously attempts to set
fire to or burn or attempts by use of any explosive device or
substance to destroy in whole or in part, or causes to be burned or
destroyed, or attempts to counsel or procure the burning or
destruction of any building or property mentioned in Sections 1401,
1402 or 1403 of this title shall be guilty of arson in the fourth
degree, a Class C2 felony offense, and upon conviction thereof shall
be punished by a fine not to exceed Five Thousand Dollars
($5,000.00), or be confined as provided for in subsections B through
F of Section 20M of this title, or both.
B. The placing or distributing of any flammable, explosive or
combustible material or substance or any device in any building or
property mentioned in Sections 1401, 1402 or 1403 of this title, in
an arrangement or preparation with intent to eventually willfully
and maliciously set fire to or burn or to procure the setting fire
to or burning of same, shall for the purposes of this section
constitute an attempt to burn such building or property, and shall
be guilty of arson in the fourth degree, a Class C1 felony offense,
and upon conviction thereof shall be punished by a fine not to
exceed Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00), or be confined as provided
for in subsections B through E of Section 20L of this title, or
both.
Added by Laws 1967, c. 115, § 4, emerg. eff. April 25, 1967.
Amended by Laws 1979, c. 165, § 4, emerg. eff. May 15, 1979; Laws
1997, c. 133, § 350, eff. July 1, 1999; Laws 1999, 1st Ex.Sess., c.
5, § 243, eff. July 1, 1999; Laws 2025, c. 486, § 195, eff. Jan. 1,
2026.
NOTE: Laws 1998, 1st Ex.Sess., c. 2, § 23 amended the effective
date of Laws 1997, c. 133, § 350 from July 1, 1998, to July 1, 1999.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 21-1404
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 21-1404 cover?
Section 21-1404 ("Arson in the fourth degree") is part of the Oklahoma Statutes, the codified statutory law of Oklahoma. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Oklahoma § 21-1404?
A common citation format is "Oklahoma Statutes § 21-1404" (Oklahoma). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Oklahoma official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Oklahoma attorney.
How does Oklahoma § 21-1404 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Oklahoma can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Oklahoma.