The Ultimate Police Handbook
Arson
s.1(3) Criminal Damage Act 1971
Criminal Damage
Definition
An offence committed under this section by destroying or damaging property by fire shall be charged as arson.
Points to Prove
- Commit arson
- Without lawful excuse
- And destroy or damage property
- By fire
- With intent or by being reckless
- Without lawful excuse
- And destroy or damage property
- By fire
- With intent or by being reckless
Powers & Punishment
Either Way - Up to life imprisonment
Summary - 6 months imprisonment and/or fine
Summary - 6 months imprisonment and/or fine
Offence Type
Charging Codes
CD71015
Crime Recording
PNC Recordable
Crime Report Required