Arson within city limits (knowledge) is which degree?

• A. 2nd Degree Felony
• B. 1st Degree Felony
• C. State Jail Felony
• D. Class A Misdemeanor

Answer: (A)

In Texas, arson is a felony whose degree depends on the specifics of the act, including where it happens and what is damaged. When arson occurs within city limits, the offense is classified as a second-degree felony. That places it above a misdemeanor and below the most severe arson offenses, reflecting a serious but not the highest level of punishment. The typical penalty range for a second-degree felony is 2 to 20 years in prison, with possible fines up to $10,000.

This is why the option describing a second-degree felony is the best fit for arson within city limits. The other options represent either less serious (a misdemeanor) or more severe (first-degree felony) classifications that don’t apply to this specific scenario.