Incomplete Crimes.

Incomplete crimes, also known as inchoate crimes, refer to offenses that have not been fully completed but involve actions taken towards committing a specific criminal act. These crimes involve individuals who have initiated steps or preparations towards the commission of a criminal act but have not yet completed the act itself. Incomplete crimes can be categorized into three main types: attempt, conspiracy, and solicitation.

1. Attempt: Attempted crimes occur when an individual takes direct steps towards committing a specific offense but is unable to complete it. The key element in establishing an attempted crime is the intent to commit the offense and a substantial step towards its completion. For example, if someone tries to break into a house but is caught before entering, they may be charged with attempted burglary.

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3. Conspiracy: Conspiracy involves an agreement between two or more individuals to commit a criminal act. Even if the act itself does not occur, the act of conspiring can be considered a crime. To establish a conspiracy charge, there must be an agreement, an intent to commit the crime, and an overt act in furtherance of the conspiracy. For instance, if two individuals plan and agree to rob a bank but are apprehended before they can carry out the act, they can still be charged with conspiracy to commit robbery.

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5. Solicitation: Solicitation refers to the act of enticing, encouraging, or requesting another person to engage in criminal activity. It involves seeking someone's assistance in committing a crime, even if the crime is not ultimately carried out. The crime of solicitation occurs when someone intends for another person to commit a crime and takes a substantial step towards convincing or inducing them to do so. For example, if an individual offers money to someone to commit a murder but the murder does not occur, they can still be charged with solicitation of murder.

It is important to note that the specific legal definitions and elements of incomplete crimes may vary based on jurisdiction. The severity of punishment for incomplete crimes is generally lesser than for fully completed offenses but can still result in significant legal consequences.