Arson is purposefully using fire or explosives to damage property. There are several degrees of arson that carry different potential penalties depending on the type of property. 

First-degree arson – Harm to a place where people live or a building that is insured or has a security interest. In Georgia, the penalty for first-degree arson is 1-20 years and/or up to a $50,000 fine.

Second-degree arson – Harm to other types of property. This includes other buildings, vehicles, watercraft, or aircraft. In Georgia, the penalty for second-degree arson is 1-10 years and/or up to a $25,000 fine.

Third-degree arson – Using fire or explosion to damage personal property valued at $25 or more. In Georgia, the penalty for third-degree arson is 1-5 years and/or up to a $10,000 fine.

There are two types of trespassing. In Georgia, trespassing is a misdemeanor and may be punished by incarceration in a local correctional facility for up to 12 months and/or a fine of up to $1000. Trespassing is either:

• Entering the premises, land or vehicles on purpose – The entering might be either without permission or after being told not to. Trespass might also be not leaving when told to leave another person’s property. 
• Intentionally damaging the property of another (damages of $500 or less) or interfering with another’s holding or use of their property – This trespassing if the damage is done without permission from the owner.