Bill > H1752

This bill amends existing Massachusetts law to increase the penalties for setting fires, using fireworks or other incendiary devices, or causing explosions that result in personal injury or property damage. Specifically, it establishes new criminal offenses and penalties for: 1) Wantonly or recklessly setting a fire, using fireworks/pyrotechnics, or using incendiary/explosive devices that cause personal injury, with a fine of up to $1,000 or up to 2 years imprisonment. 2) Causing a fire or explosion during the unlawful manufacture of controlled substances that results in personal injury, with a penalty of up to 10 years in state prison or up to 2.5 years in county jail. 3) Intentionally setting fire to property within a school or educational institution, with a penalty of up to 2.5 years in county jail. 4) Negligently or willfully allowing a fire to spread to the property of another, with penalties based on the cost of the damage. 5) Wantonly or recklessly setting a fire, using fireworks/pyrotechnics, or using incendiary/explosive devices that cause property damage, with a fine of up to $1,000 or up to 2 years imprisonment. The bill aims to increase public safety and accountability for acts that risk harm to persons and property.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H1752