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A person is guilty of arson in the fifth degree when he or she intentionally damages property of another without consent of the owner by intentionally starting a fire or causing an explosion.
Arson in the fifth degree is a class A misdemeanor.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - New York Consolidated Laws, Penal Law - PEN § 150.01 Arson in the fifth degree - last updated January 01, 2021 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ny/penal-law/pen-sect-150-01.html
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