TCA 39-14-303
Setting fire to personal property or land
FELONY EClass E Felony
Sentence enhancement may apply
What does this charge mean?
This law makes it a Class E felony (1-6 years in prison and/or up to $3,000 fine) to knowingly damage personal property, land, or other property (not buildings covered under the main arson law) by fire or explosion without the owner's permission or with intent to damage it unlawfully.
Penalty Details
ClassificationClass E Felony
Maximum Jail1-6 years
Maximum Fine$3,000
Penalty SummaryClass E felony; 1-6 years; fine up to $3,000
(a) A person commits arson who knowingly damages any personal property, land, or other property, except buildings or structures covered under § 39-14-301, by means of a fire or explosion: (1) Without the consent of all persons who have a possessory or proprietary interest therein; or (2) With intent to destroy or damage any such property for any unlawful purpose. (b) A violation of this section is a Class E felony.
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FELONY E
TCA Section39-14-303
Max Jail1-6 years
Max Fine$3,000
Recent Bookings2+
Geographic Distribution
Washington1
Blount1