Md. Code, Crim. Law § 6-102

Current with changes from the 2023 Legislative Session
Section 6-102 - Arson in the first degree
(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.

Md. Code, CR § 6-102