Article 320 Revised Penal Code

Article 320 of the Revised Penal Code is about Destructive arson. It is under Chapter Eight (Arson And Other Crimes Involving Destructions) of Title Ten (Crimes Against Property) of the Code.

Destructive arson.

The penalty of reclusion temporal in its maximum period to reclusion perpetua shall be imposed upon any person who shall burn:

1. Any arsenal, shipyard, storehouse or military powder or fireworks factory, ordinance, storehouse, archives or general museum of the Government.

2. Any passenger train or motor vehicle in motion or vessel out of port.

3. In an inhabited place, any storehouse or factory of inflammable or explosive materials.

See also: Article 319 Revised Penal Code