According to Chapter X, Section 750.71-750.80 of the Michigan Penal Code,
the penalties of arson differ depending on what degree of arson you have
been charged with. First degree arson occurs when someone purposefully
sets fire to a mine or to a building where someone was injured. This is
charged as a felony and could result in a $20,000 fine and life imprisonment.
These charges range down to fifth degree arson which is a misdemeanor
that can be punished with one year in jail and a $2,000 fine.