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Virginia Arson and Malicious Burning Laws, Penalties & Defenses

ARSON / MALICIOUS BURNING LAW IN VIRGINIA Malicious Burning is the charge for criminal arson under Virginia law. Malicious burning of an occupied dwelling is a Felony offense punishable by a maximum sentence of life in prison if convicted. We strongly recommend that you contact us immediately if charged with any Malicious Burning offense in […]

Fairfax VA Felony Arson / Malicious Burning Charge DISMISSED

FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA Criminal defense attorney case result: Fairfax VA Felony Arson / Malicious Burning Charge DISMISSED   Felony Arson / Malicious Burning charges under VA Code 18.2-77 and 18.2-81, with client facing up to life in prison for allegedly setting an occupied dwelling / apartment building on fire, were DISMISSED for insufficient evidence after a […]

Felony Arson / Malicious Burning Charge DROPPED in Fairfax Virginia

FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA: Felony Arson / Malicious Burning charge (VA Code 18.2-77), with the client facing up to life in prison for setting fire to an an occupied apartment building, was DROPPED with payment of restitution. VA Code § 18.2-77. Burning or destroying dwelling house, etc. A. If any person maliciously (i) burns, or by use […]