Wisconsin Legislature: 943.02
943.02 Annotation Criminal damage to property under s. 943.01 is a lesser-included offense of arson. State v. State v. Thompson, 146 Wis. 2d 554 , 431 N.W.2d 716 (Ct. App. 1988).
Wisconsin Legislature: Chapter 943
2023-24 Wisconsin Statutes updated through all Supreme Court and Controlled Substances Board Orders filed before and in effect on January 1, 2025. Published and certified under s. 35.18. Changes effective after January 1, 2025, are designated by NOTES. (Published 1-1-25)
Arson Charges in Wisconsin: Felony Destruction of Property
According to (Wis. Stat. § 943.02), the penalty for arson of a building is a Class C felony, with a fine of up to $100,000, 40 years in prison or both. Arson of property other than a building is a Class I felony, which carries a maximum penalty of up to $10,000, 3.5 years in prison or both.
Wisconsin man accused of setting fire to congressman's office …
1 day ago · Prosecutors have charged a Wisconsin man who allegedly told police he tried to burn down a congressman's office because he was upset over the federal TikTok ban with felony arson MADISON, Wis ...
Wisconsin Statutes Chapter 943 (2023) - Justia Law
Chapter 943 - Crimes against property. 943.01 - Damage to property. 943.011 - Damage or threat to property of witness. 943.012 - Criminal damage to or graffiti on religious and other property. 943.013 - Criminal damage; threat; property of judge. 943.014 - Demolition of historic building without authorization.
Arson in Wisconsin Can Result in Serious Consequences When Someone …
Jul 13, 2016 · If you are up against arson charges in Wisconsin, or are facing arson charges along with additional charges because someone was killed or injured, it is critical that you know how the law may apply in your situation and where you can turn to for help.
Is Arson a Felony Offense in Wisconsin? | Milwaukee - GRGB Law
Sep 11, 2023 · In Wisconsin, arson involving intentional destruction to a building is generally classified as a Class C felony offense due to its serious nature and the potential harm it can cause. The penalties for a Class C felony conviction includes a jail sentence of up to 40 years and fines of up to $100,000.
Wisconsin man accused of setting fire to congressman's office …
1 day ago · MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Prosecutors charged a Wisconsin man who allegedly told police he tried to burn down a congressman’s office because he was upset with the federal TikTok ban with multiple counts on Wednesday, including arson.. Fond du Lac County District Attorney Eric Toney filed a complaint against 19-year-old Caiden Stachowicz charging him with felony arson, making terrorist threats ...
Teen Suspect Arrested For Allegedly Setting Wisconsin …
4 days ago · The suspected 19-year-old arsonist from Menasha set fire to the building housing the office of Republican Wisconsin Rep. Glenn Grothman early Sunday morning, the Fond du Lac Police Department (FDLPD) alleged. Grothman had voted in support of the TikTok ban if its Chinese owner, ByteDance, failed to sell the app, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reported.
Wisconsin Statutes § 943.02 (2023) — Arson of buildings; …
943.02 Arson of buildings; damage of property by explosives. (1) Whoever does any of the following is guilty of a Class C felony: (a) By means of fire, intentionally damages any building of another without the other's consent; or
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