Arson Defense
South Carolina
Arson Defense
Defending against arson charges
Arson cases can be messy and complicated, on top of this, they are usually not clear cut. Evidence in these cases can be circumstantial and demonstrating guilt is what the prosecution will try to do. We will be with you at all stages of your cases, defending your rights.
Our own investigation can determine the causes of the fire, we can interview witnesses and other investigators, analyze the insurance contract and report, as well as analyze the structure of what was damaged. Our firm can also interview experts and dedicate time and resources to establishing facts.
Our firm is dedicated to providing a strong defense for those charged. We have an aggressive team and years of trial and courtroom experience. Shaun Kent is a member of both the American Board of Criminal Lawyers and the American Board of Trial Advocates. He has handled hundreds of cases and worked as a prosecutor before founding Kent Law Firm.
First Degree Felony:
- Minimum imprisonment of 30 years for malicious or wilful arson which is defined as causing an explosion, setting fire, burning, or aiding in the aforementioned crimes, which cause directly or indirectly the death of a person and damage to property.
Second Degree Felony:
- Maximum imprisonment of 25 years for malicious or wilful arson which is defined as causing an explosion, setting fire, burning, or aiding in the aforementioned crimes, which cause directly or indirectly serious bodily injury of a person and damage to property.
Third Degree Felony:
- Maximum imprisonment of 15 years for malicious or wilful arson which is defined as causing an explosion, setting fire, burning, or aiding in the aforementioned crimes, which cause directly or indirectly, harm to a person and damage to property.
Have you been charged with Arson?
If you’ve been accused or charged with Arson, of any degree, you may be facing serious and potentially life-changing charges.
We’re here to help. Contact our law firm at (803) 433-5368 for a confidential, free consultation. Our lawyers are experienced in handling criminal cases in South Carolina, including arson.
