New York Laws
Title 7 - Enforcement of Article 9
71-0715 - Rules of Evidence Applicable to Forest Fire Cases.

1. Prima facie cause on railroad right of way. The fact that a fire
originates upon the right of way of a railroad shall be prima facie
evidence that the fire was caused by the negligence of the railroad
company.

2. Prima facie cause in clearing lands. Whenever a fire has been set
for the purpose specified in subdivision 5 of section 9-1105 in any of
the fire towns it shall be prima facie evidence that the fire was
started by the owner or occupant of the land.

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