2005 Washington Revised Code RCW 9A.48.020: Arson in the first degree.

    (1) A person is guilty of arson in the first degree if he knowingly and maliciously:

         (a) Causes a fire or explosion which is manifestly dangerous to any human life, including firemen; or

         (b) Causes a fire or explosion which damages a dwelling; or

         (c) Causes a fire or explosion in any building in which there shall be at the time a human being who is not a participant in the crime; or

         (d) Causes a fire or explosion on property valued at ten thousand dollars or more with intent to collect insurance proceeds.

         (2) Arson in the first degree is a class A felony.

    [1981 c 203 § 2; 1975 1st ex.s. c 260 § 9A.48.020.]

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