Which statement below is true of arson prosecutions?

A) Prosecutions of arson occur often due to the rise in highly qualified and trained police officers who conduct fruitful investigations that provide substantial evidence to present to the jury.
B) Prosecuting attorneys are highly motivated to file and pursue arson prosecutions because these cases are relatively easy to prosecute.
C) Prosecution of arson crimes almost always occur when arson has been determined to be the cause of a fire.
D) Prosecution of arson crimes may never occur because arson cases are difficult to prosecute.


Answer: D

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