Defense of Arson Charges

If you are questioned about a fire, call an attorney.

When police, fire and insurance investigators suspect arson, they will question anyone who they believe might have any reason to have started the fire. They are looking for a suspect, someone to blame, someone to arrest.

An arson charge has serious consequences. If the fire destroyed property you owned, you are no doubt worried about your losses. If someone was injured or killed in the fire, the concern and confusion are especially devastating. This is not a good time to be answering questions. You could easily say something that will be taken the wrong way or make a mistake that will draw suspicion – especially from investigators looking for an arsonist.

Call 651-455-1555 today to schedule a comprehensive consultation at no charge to you. We will listen to your story carefully and help you determine an appropriate course of action.

Arson charges can begin as a fire or insurance investigation

You may think you are answering questions for a fire loss claim, but the investigators may have a different purpose. Make sure you have an advocate in your corner, a lawyer who will make sure all questions are asked and answered properly.

From Patrick Cotter: “When I was in law school, my family suffered a terrible fire loss. In a state of confusion and grief, we noticed we were being asked questions that had nothing to do with property loss. It was a difficult experience, but I learned the importance of having a lawyer.”

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Get the legal representation you need

At Sieben & Cotter, we will immediately take action to protect your rights if you are being questioned about a fire. Do not answer questions without an advocate. If you are charged with arson, we will investigate the facts with our own team of professionals.

Case Victories

1st Degree Arson (Scott County)

Client was accused of conspiring with his son to burn down his home in Prior Lake for the purpose of collecting insurance proceeds. The government and the insurance company investigated for six years and put enormous financial resources into bringing client to trial. An insurance representative told client that he was “up against a giant” and that he could not win. They were wrong…. we took them on and after a seven day jury trial client was found NOT GUILTY by the jury in less than four hours of deliberation.

Result: NOT GUILTY JURY VERDICT

Call Sieben & Cotter at 651-455-1555 to arrange your free and comprehensive consultation, or send a request for more information.
The Sieben & Cotter Law office is located in South St. Paul, making it convenient to access attorneys in Minneapolis and St. Paul, and the Twin Cities metro area. We also serve greater Minnesota and Wisconsin. We know that criminal defense concerns may require more immediate attention, contact Tom Sieben or Patrick Cotter.