Washington Statutes
§ 76.04.740 — Reckless burning.
Washington § 76.04.740
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Wash. Rev. Code § 76.04.740 (2026).
Text
(1)It is unlawful to knowingly cause a fire or explosion and thereby place forestlands in danger of destruction or damage.
(2)This section does not apply to acts amounting to reckless burning in the first degree under RCW 9A.48.040 .
(3)Terms used in this section shall have the meanings given to them in Title 9A RCW.
(4)A violation of this section shall be punished as a gross misdemeanor under RCW 9A.20.021 .
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§ 9A.48.040
Washington § 9A.48.040
§ 9A.20.021
Washington § 9A.20.021
Legislative History
[1986 c 100 s 44.]
Nearby Sections
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§ 76.04.005
Definitions.§ 76.04.015
Fire protection powers and duties of department—Enforcement—Investigation—Administration.§ 76.04.016
Fire prevention and suppression capacity—Duties owed to public in general—Legislative intent.§ 76.04.025
Federal funds.§ 76.04.035
Wardens—Appointment—Duties.§ 76.04.055
Service of notices.§ 76.04.065
Arrests without warrants.§ 76.04.075
Rules—Penalty.§ 76.04.085
Penalty for violations.§ 76.04.095
Cooperative protection.§ 76.04.105
Contracts for protection and development.§ 76.04.115
Articles of incorporation—Requirements.§ 76.04.125
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