Principle

CRIMINAL LAW — Conspiracy and Substantive Offence — Conviction for Conspiracy Despite Acquittal for Substantive Offence

Area of law
CRIMINAL LAW
Court
Supreme Court

Conspiracy is complete upon agreement; commission of the substantive offence is not required. A conviction for conspiracy can stand even if the substantive offence conviction fails. The meeting of minds need not be physical; it can be inferred from conduct. The prosecution must prove community…

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