Arson - elements

Question 1

ARSON

danger to life

Answer 1

Crimes Act 1961, Section 267(1)(a)

• 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

no interest

Answer 2

Crimes Act 1961, Section 267(1)(b)

• 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

obtain benefit or cause loss

Answer 3

Crimes Act 1961, Section 267(1)(c)

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