Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
counts-of-arson
noun
/kaʊnts əv ˈɑr.zən/
Definition
The legal term used to describe offenses involving the intentional setting of fires to cause damage.
Examples
- The suspect faced three counts of arson related to the wildfires.
- After the investigation, authorities brought multiple counts of arson against the defendant.
- Each count of arson carries serious penalties under state law.
Meaning
Counts of arson refer to the number of separate incidents of arson for which an individual is charged or convicted.
Synonyms
- fire-setting
- arson
- incendiarism
