UJI 14-1701 NMRA
UJI 14-1701. Arson; with purpose of destroying or damaging property; essential elements.
For you to find the defendant guilty of arson [as charged in Count __________],1 the
state must prove to your satisfaction beyond a reasonable doubt each of the following
elements of the crime:
1. The defendant intentionally or maliciously [started a fire] [or] [caused an
explosion];2
2. The defendant did so with the intent to destroy or damage __________________
(identify property), which belonged to another;
3. The defendant caused over $__________3 in damage to the property; and
4. This happened in New Mexico on or about the _________ day of
_____________, _______.