West Virginia · West Virginia Code — Chapter 61, Crimes and Their Punishment
W. Va. Code (Crimes) § 61-3-8: Recovery of costs incurred in fighting fires caused by arson
What this law says, in plain English
A person convicted of arson felonies may be ordered to reimburse fire departments for costs incurred in fighting the fire, including personnel, equipment, and supplies.
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