Transmitting False Report of a Fire

Have You Been Charged with Transmitting a False Report of a Fire in Georgia?

Firefighters respond to calls dozens of times every day all over Georgia. A false report of fire could result in firefighters not being able to appear to an actual fire and possibly injury or death of the people. If you or a loved one has been charged with this crime, contact our office today for a free case evaluation.

Georgia Law O.C.GA. §16-10-27

A person violates O.C.G.A. §16-10-27 when they transmit in any manner to a fire department, public or private, or to any other group which is organized for the purpose of preventing or controlling fires a false report of a fire, knowing at the time that there was no reasonable ground for believing that such fire exists.

Penalty for violating O.C.G.A. §16-10-27

A person convicted of false report of a fire in Georgia will be charged with a misdemeanor. In Georgia, misdemeanor charges carry up to $1,000 in fines or up to one year in jail or both.

Transmitting False Report of a Fire Defenses

There are many defenses that an experienced Georgia Criminal Defense Attorney could use to get your case dismissed or to achieve a better outcome. One such argument is lack of intent. If you reported a fire based on reasonable grounds that one existed, then no crime occurred. However, proving this defense on your own can be difficult. It is in your best interest to hire a Criminal Lawyer in Georgia. 

What is Not a Defense

One thing to note is that even if the report was transmitted to a volunteer department or another group that was not an official fire station, it is still a crime. It is considered a crime if a report is transmitted to any group that is organized to control fires.

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