Crim Flashcards

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Accomplice Liability

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Someone who 1) intentionally aids or encourages another (the principle) before or during a crime; 2) with the **intent that the crime be completed

Both the Principle and the accomplice are equally liable for the crime

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Principal

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Person who either 1) commits criminal act with requisite mens rea or 2) tricks or forces another (i.e. innocent agent) to commit criminal act

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Accessory after the Fact

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Knows principal has committed felony & helps principal avoid arrest or conviction

Liable for independent crime

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