South Carolina Statutes
§ 16-11-190 — Attempts to burn.
It is unlawful for a person to wilfully and maliciously attempt to set fire to, burn, or aid, counsel, or procure the burning of any of the buildings or property mentioned in Sections 16-11-110 to 16-11-140 or commit an act in furtherance of burning these buildings. A person who violates the provisions of this section is guilty of a felony and, upon conviction, must be imprisoned not more than five years or fined not more than ten thousand dollars.
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Legislative History
HISTORY: 1962 Code SECTIONS 16-319; 1952 Code SECTION 16-319; 1942 Code SECTION 1136; 1932 Code SECTION 1136; 1928 (35) 1226; 1982 Act No. 449, SECTION 2; 1993 Act No. 184, SECTION 169.
Nearby Sections
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§ 16-11-110
Arson.§ 16-11-140
Burning of crops, fuel or lumber.§ 16-11-150
Burning lands of another without consent.§ 16-11-170
Wilfully burning lands of another.§ 16-11-190
Attempts to burn.§ 16-11-310
Definitions.§ 16-11-311
Burglary; first degree.