South Carolina § 16-11-190 - Attempts to burn.
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§ 16-11-190. Attempts to burn.
It is unlawful for a person to wilfully and maliciously attempt to set fire to, burn, or aid, counsel, or procure the burning of any of the buildings or property mentioned in Sections 16-11-110 to 16-11-140 or commit an act in furtherance of burning these buildings.
A person who violates the provisions of this section is guilty of a felony and, upon conviction, must be imprisoned not more than five years or fined not more than ten thousand dollars.
HISTORY: 1962 Code SECTIONS 16-319; 1952 Code SECTION 16-319; 1942 Code SECTION 1136; 1932 Code SECTION 1136; 1928 (35) 1226; 1982 Act No. 449, SECTION 2; 1993 Act No. 184, SECTION 169.
Source: official South Carolina text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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Section 16-11-190 ("Attempts to burn.") is part of the South Carolina Code of Laws, the codified statutory law of South Carolina. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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