Unlawfully Causing a Fire

Causing a fire by being careless.

Can be charged as a felony OR a misdemeanor.

What the prosecutor must prove

They must prove every one of these. If one is missing, you should not be found guilty.

1. 1You set or caused a fire
2. 2You were reckless

Possible punishment

Up to 6 months jail, or 16 months to 6 years.