Louisiana · Louisiana Revised Statutes — Title 14, Criminal Law
La. R.S. 14 § 14:53: Arson with intent to defraud
What this law says, in plain English
Arson with intent to defraud is setting fire to or damaging property with explosives to commit fraud. Penalties include fines up to $10,000 and/or imprisonment up to 5 years.
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