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is it a such thing as misdemeanor starting a fire

Asked on Dec 30th, 2025 on Criminal Law - California
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my cousin got a starting a fire case and i want to know is it a such thing as a misdemeanor one
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I do not understand the purpose of your question.  Arson is defined by Penal Code section as a felony, but there can be exceptions that could make another such burning a misdemeanor.
Answered on Dec 31st, 2025 at 10:22 PM

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