While arson is defined as the willful and malicious setting of a fire to damage or destroy real property, it is sometimes difficult for investigators to determine if the fire was intentionally set. Arson occurs inside a dwelling only when at least one “permanent fixture” is damaged or destroyed. Personal property such as furniture, clothing, or documents does not qualify as “permanent fixtures.” In many cases, arson suspects are actually juveniles in minor acts of mischief that became out of control infernos. Clearly, sentencing in these situations and the arrest procedures drastically differ from those pertaining to adult arson suspects.