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Registrable Arson Offenses

All section references below are to the California Penal Code unless otherwise indicated.

451	Maliciously set/etc. fire to property, etc.
451(a)	Arson causing great bodily injury.
451(b)	Arson - inhabited structure/property.
451(c)	Arson - structure/forest land.
451(d)	Arson - property.
451(e)	Arson - while confined.
451a	(Old Code) Attempted arson
451.5	Aggravated arson.
453	Possess/etc. device for arson
453(a)	Possess/etc. material/device for arson.
453(b)	Possess/manufacture/dispose of firebomb
455	Attempt/aid/counsel/procure arson

Check with your local law enforcement agency to see if the arson offense for which you were convicted requires registration. To register, go to the police department in the city where you reside or to the sheriff's department if you reside in an unincorporated area.
IT IS A CRIME TO FAIL TO REGISTER.