Criminal Liability at the Stage of Conspiracy, Preparation, Attempt, and Completion

Abstract

Criminal liability usually begins at the “attempt” stage and concludes at the “completion” stage. However, there are cases where criminal liability starts at the “preparation” and “conspiracy” stages. This article explores jurisprudence regarding criminal liability at the stages of conspiracy, preparation, attempt, and completion. For instance, it discusses the legal consequences of each stage, the point at which an action transitions from one stage to another, and the stage at which the offender becomes liable.