United States v. Dorion

DECISION

HODGSON, Chief Judge:

The facts are not in dispute. On 12 January 1983, the occupants of the third floor of Building 635 on Malmstrom Air Force Base were awakened by smoke in the hallway. Fires were discovered in both latrines on that floor. In one latrine paper towels were found smoldering in a shower stall; in the other smoke was seen coming from a metal paper towel dispenser attached to the wall. Twelve days later, 24 January, a mop was found burning in a third floor closet. Subsequent investigation uncovered a burnt pool table and drapes in the recreation room. Both incidents…