# Criminal Law (GCR)

## Title 6. Crimes Against Property

### Subtitle 1. Arson and Burning

#### Section 6-102

(a) A person may not willfully and maliciously set fire to or burn:

  (1) a dwelling; or

  (2) a structure in or on which an individual who is not a participant is present.

(b) A person who violates this section is guilty of the felony of arson in the first degree and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 30 years or a fine not exceeding $50,000 or both.

(c) It is not a defense to a prosecution under this section that the person owns the property.

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Md. Code Ann., Crim. Law (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)