I cut down my neighbor's tree because it was blocking my view
Did you at least get permission first?
No I didn't get permission! I was putting up an outdoor projection screen for TV.
You should have asked your neighbor how he felt about cutting down his tree first. If he was fond of that tree he'll be angry that you destroyed it. He could possibly file a lawsuit against you.
Why should I have to ask him? Who is he to tell me that I can't do whatever I want to do? The view was my property until he planted that tree in the first place.
I can understand how you were upset when a tree grew to block your view, but the simple fact is that you have committed a direct act of vandalism on your neighbor's property, and you could be held liable. Even if you could prove that the obstruction of your view was a legal matter, you will not be able to escape legal charges for what you have done to his property. I hope that you learn not to repeat acts like this in the future.