Washington statute
RCW 9A.48.030 — Arson in the second degree
Current through 2026 Regular Session
Part of Chapter 9A.48: Arson, Reckless Burning, And Malicious Mischief, Revised Code of Washington.
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Full text of RCW 9A.48.030
Statutory text current through the 2026 Regular Session. This publication reproduces the official text of the Revised Code of Washington from the Code Reviser's published files; it is not the official statutes of the State of Washington.
(1) A person is guilty of arson in the second degree if he or she knowingly and maliciously causes a fire or explosion which damages a building, or any structure or erection appurtenant to or joining any building, or any wharf, dock, machine, engine, automobile, or other motor vehicle, watercraft, aircraft, bridge, or trestle, or hay, grain, crop, or timber, whether cut or standing or any range land, or pasture land, or any fence, or any lumber, shingle, or other timber products, or any property.
(2) Arson in the second degree is a class B felony.
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Is arson in the second degree a felony or a misdemeanor in Washington?
Arson in the second degree is a Class B Felony in Washington under RCW 9A.48.030.
Which Washington statute covers arson in the second degree?
Arson in the second degree is governed by RCW 9A.48.030 (Arson in the second degree).
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