Arson is the malicious burning of another person's real property, 16-11-110. Arson is usually very difficult to prove and is quite often based on circumstantial evidence. Therefore it is very possible an innocent person can be charged with arson. Moreover the circumstantial evidence is very often scientific in nature which takes an attorney experienced in arson to make sure the investigation and collection techniques were done according to accepted scientific methods so that the subsequent testing is reliable. If you are charged with arson, you must have an experienced attorney represent you. Contact Derek Enderlin or Susannah Ross for experienced representation in criminal defense.