Arson with intent to defraud

Wis. Stat. § 943.04
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Whoever, by means of fire, damages any property, other than a building, with intent to defraud an insurer of that property is guilty of a Class H felony. Proof that the actor recovered or attempted to recover on a policy of insurance by reason of the fire is relevant but not essential to establish the actor’s intent to defraud the insurer.
Source: WI Statutes (Official Site)URL: https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/document/statutes/943.04Fetched: 10/7/2026