Justin Wayne Halstenberg, 34, has been charged with nine felony counts, including aggravated arson, which could result in an 11-year to life sentence, reflecting the severity of his actions in the Line fire.
District Attorney Jason Anderson emphasized Halstenberg's repeated attempts to ignite the fire over a short period, demonstrating not just malice but a 'relentless obsession with starting a fire,' leading to significant damage.
The charges stem from Halstenberg's actions on September 5 in Highland, where he attempted to set fires three times, succeeding with the third attempt that resulted in considerable property damage.
California law requires at least $7 million in damages to classify an incident as aggravated arson, underscoring the gravity of the charges against Halstenberg and the resulting consequences.
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