I believe putting people in danger, knowingly and "without justification", is illegal in most, if not all, USA states.

I would suspect that this action (the burning one) could be protected under freedom of expression or freedom of speech. But, these mostly pertain to actions that do not endanger others.

Could this activity go beyond the rights guaranteed by free speech, such as reckless or malicious actions, or an action whose outcomes are blatantly obvious?

It is possible that it could be listed under "Reckless Endangerment", an action intentionally, knowingly and reasonably be seen as endangering the lives or safety of others, or directed to and likely to incite imminent lawless action.

Is it not like falsely yelling "FIRE!" in a crowd that could put people at risk, and could get you arrested?







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