Arson

Question 1

Arson - Danger to Life

Answer 1

section 267(1)(a), Crimes Act 1967

• Intentionally OR Recklessly
• Damages by fire OR Damages by means of any explosive
• Any property
• If he or she knows or ought to know that danger to life is likely to ensue

Question 2

Arson - Property

Answer 2

section 267(1)(b), Crimes Act 1967

• Intentionally or Recklessly
• Without claim of right
• Damages by fire OR damages by means of any explosive
• Any immovable property or vehicle or ship or aircraft
• In which that person has no interest

Question 3

Arson - Benefit

Answer 3

section 267(1)(c), Crimes Act 1967

• Intentionally
• Damages by fire OR damages by means of any explosive
• Any immovable property or vehicle or ship or aircraft
• With intent to obtain benefit or cause loss to any other person

Question 4

Arson - Property (lower value)

Answer 4

Section 267(2)(a)
- elements of the offence are the same just for lower valued items e.g I-Phone

Question 5

Arson - Benefit (lower value)

Answer 5

Section 267(2)(b)