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HRS §708-8251

First-degree arson: burning property with serious risk or big damage

This law defines first-degree arson as intentionally or knowingly setting fire to or burning property while either putting someone in danger of death or injury, or damaging someone else's property without consent over $20,000. It is a serious crime (Class A felony).

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The statute, as written — Arson in the first degree

(1) A person commits the offense of arson in the first degree if the person intentionally or knowingly sets fire to or causes to be burned property and: (a) Knowingly places another person in danger of death or bodily injury; or (b) Knowingly or recklessly damages the property of another, without the other's consent, in an amount exceeding $20,000. (2) Arson in the first degree is a class A felony.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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