2011 Vermont Code
Title 13 Crimes and Criminal Procedure
Chapter 31 DISCRIMINATION
§ 1456 Burning of cross or other religious symbol


13 VT Stats § 1456. (2011 through Adj Sess) What's This?

§ 1456. Burning of cross or other religious symbol

Any person who intentionally and maliciously sets fire to, or burns, causes to be burned, or aids or procures the burning of a cross or a religious symbol, with the intention of terrorizing or harassing a particular person or persons, shall be subject to a term of imprisonment of not more than two years or a fine of not more than $5,000.00, or both. (Added 1989, No. 172 (Adj. Sess.), { 3, eff. May 12, 1990.)

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