Vermont § 503 - Second degree arson
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 503 — Second degree arson, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 503. Second degree arson
- A person who willfully and maliciously sets fire to or burns or causes to be burned,
or who willfully and maliciously aids, counsels, or procures the burning of any building
or structure of whatsoever class or character, whether the property of himself or
herself or of another, not included or described in section 502 of this title, shall be guilty of arson in the second degree, and shall be imprisoned not more
than five years nor less than one year or fined not more than $1,000.00, or both. (Amended 1971, No. 199 (Adj
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 503
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 503 cover?
Section 503 ("Second degree arson") is part of the Vermont Statutes Online, the codified statutory law of Vermont. 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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