N.Y. Environmental Conservation Law Section 71-0715
Rules of evidence applicable to forest fire cases

1.

Prima facie cause on railroad right of way. The fact that a fire originates upon the right of way of a railroad shall be prima facie evidence that the fire was caused by the negligence of the railroad company.

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Prima facie cause in clearing lands. Whenever a fire has been set for the purpose specified in subdivision 5 of section 9-1105 in any of the fire towns it shall be prima facie evidence that the fire was started by the owner or occupant of the land.

Source: Section 71-0715 — Rules of evidence applicable to forest fire cases, https://www.­nysenate.­gov/legislation/laws/ENV/71-0715 (updated Sep. 22, 2014; accessed Oct. 26, 2024).

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