Outline the elements of the crime of arson

What will be an ideal response?


As in other crimes, arson laws vary from state to state but share some common elements.
The elements of the crime of arson include: (1) willful, malicious burning of a building or property (2) of another or of one's own to defraud (3) or causing to be burned (4) or aiding, counseling, or procuring such burning. Attempted arson is also a crime in most states.

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What will be an ideal response?

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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