Section 71-0715. Rules of evidence applicable to forest fire cases


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  • 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.
        2. 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.