Southern California Arson Defense Lawyers

Arson Overview – Penal Code Section 451

In California, arson is the willful and malicious burning of a structure, forest or land. Obviously, the most common defense to an arson charge is for a Southern California arson attorney to demonstrate that a fire was set accidentally, rather than with willful and malicious intent. Often times, the cause of a fire can be disputed and can also be chalked up to negligence rather than a purposeful act.

Arson is almost always charged as a felony in California and can also count as a strike on your record, having lifelong implications. The arson attorneys at Wallin and Klarich have decades of experience dealing with arson cases and know every possible avenue to fight an arson charge.

Even if you haven’t been formally charged with arson, but you are under investigation, it is critical that you speak with a Southern California Arson defense attorney immediately. Oftentimes, the attorneys at Wallin and Klarich can speak with the District Attorney and get your charges reduced or dismissed altogether before you are even formally charged.

Don’t hesitate to call Wallin and Klarich for a FREE consultation at 1-888-749-0034 today.