Texas Criminal and Traffic Law, Section 28.02. Arson

A person commits an offense if the person starts a fire, regardless of whether the fire continues after ignition, or causes an explosion with intent to destroy or damage:

• Any vegetation, fence, or structure on open-space land; or
• Any building, habitation, or vehicle:
  • Knowing that it is within the limits of an incorporated city or town;
  • Knowing that it is insured against damage or destruction;
  • Knowing that it is subject to a mortgage or other security interests;
  • Knowing that it is located on property belonging to another;
  • Knowing that it has located within it property belonging to another; or
  • When the person is reckless about whether the burning or explosion will endanger the life of some individual or the safety of the property of another.
    

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