Cases of arson are among the most serious heard by the courts. We all know the danger that starting fires can cause and the law punishes defendants who set out to destroy property or put people in danger. Exeter Crown Court has dealt with a number of these offences in recent years. The most serious punishments are reserved for those cases with aggravating features such as whether the fire-starter intended to harm a person or was reckless about putting life in danger. There is a maximum penalty of life imprisonment for aggravated arson of this kind. Often judges will hear...