St. Augustine Criminal Defense Attorneys Serving St. Johns County FL

General Criminal Defense Information

Topic: Arson Criminal Defense

Arson is a crime in which an intentional fire is set in a home, business or property. Arson is a serious crime and depending upon the circumstances, may often result in additional charges, such as: insurance fraud, conspiracy charges, or a whole host of other crimes; both non-violent and violent in nature

While arson is commonly associated with insurance fraud, it is not unheard of that the arson was conducted in an attempt to conceal other crimes. When charged with arson or other associated crimes, you should take it very seriously, and consult with an experienced arson defense attorney immediately.

Being a felony criminal charge, an arson conviction, depending upon the circumstances and underlying crimes, may result in:

• Lengthy terms of imprisonment or life imprisonment;
• Hefty monetary fines;
• Community service;
• Lengthy terms of probation;
• Driver’s license revocation;
• Permanent mark on criminal record, including being labeled as a felon for the rest of your life;
• Court ordered repayment to insurance companies;
• Court ordered monetary restitution to victim's or their families in a civil suit.
• or other penalites that a judge may have authority and discretion to impose.
  
  

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