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A.R.S. § 13-1702: Reckless Burning

Reckless burning; classification

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What is reckless burning in Arizona?

In Arizona, a person commits reckless burning, a class 1 misdemeanor, by recklessly causing a fire or explosion that damages an occupied structure, another structure, wildland, or other property.

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13-1702. Reckless burning; classification

A. A person commits reckless burning by recklessly causing a fire or explosion which results in damage to an occupied structure, a structure, wildland or property.

B. Reckless burning is a class 1 misdemeanor.

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