(a) A person may not set fire to or burn property of any kind with the intent to defraud another.
(b) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 5 years or a fine not exceeding $5,000 or both.
(c) A person who violates this section is subject to § 5-106(b) of the Courts Article.
(d) A sentence imposed under this section may be separate from and consecutive to or concurrent with a sentence for any crime based on the act establishing the violation of this section.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Title 6 - Crimes Against Property
Subtitle 1 - Arson and Burning
Section 6-102 - Arson in the First Degree
Section 6-103 - Arson in the Second Degree
Section 6-104 - Malicious Burning of Personal Property in the First Degree
Section 6-105 - Malicious Burning of Personal Property in the Second Degree
Section 6-106 - Burning With Intent to Defraud
Section 6-107 - Threat of Arson
Section 6-108 - Burning Trash Container
Section 6-109 - Attempt to Burn Structure or Property