An arson for hire conviction has serious consequences under the New Jersey arson law. Arson in this form is a first-degree crime with a prison term of between ten (10) and twenty (20) years. The State must prove beyond reasonable doubt that you, either directly or indirectly, paid, accepted, offered to pay, or accept any form of consideration or inducement, including, but not limited to, money or any other pecuniary benefit. This means that if you receive payment or something of value in exchange for committing any arson activities, you can be charged with arson for hire.
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