Alabama HB328 amends the crime of arson in the first degree to include arson committed in connection with a theft resulting in damages of $25,000 or.

Alabama HB328 amends the crime of arson in the first degree to include arson committed when a person is present in a building and the fire or explosion is set in conjunction with or to effectuate a theft, resulting in damages of $25,000 or more. The bill establishes a minimum sentence of imprisonment for violations, which shall run consecutive with any other term of imprisonment for any other offense arising out of the same facts and circumstances. The act becomes effective on October 1, 2026.

Alabama HB328 amends the crime of arson in the first degree to include arson committed in connection with a theft resulting in damages of $25,000 or.

Alabama HB328 amends the crime of arson in the first degree to include arson committed when a person is present in a building and the fire or explosion is set in conjunction with or to effectuate a theft, resulting in damages of $25,000 or more. The bill establishes a minimum sentence of imprisonment for violations, which shall run consecutive with any other term of imprisonment for any other offense arising out of the same facts and circumstances. The act becomes effective on October 1, 2026.