Delaware Code Title 11 Sec. 803 – Arson in the first degree; class C felony
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A person is guilty of arson in the first degree when the person intentionally damages a building by starting a fire or causing an explosion and when:
(1) The person knows that another person not an accomplice is present in the building at the time; or
(2) The person knows of circumstances which render the presence of another person not an accomplice therein a reasonable possibility.
Attorney's Note
Under the Delaware Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class C felony | up to 15 years |
Terms Used In Delaware Code Title 11 Sec. 803
- Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
Arson in the first degree is a class C felony.
11 Del. C. 1953, § ?803; 58 Del. Laws, c. 497, § ?1; 67 Del. Laws, c. 130, § ?8; 70 Del. Laws, c. 186, § ?1;