Municipal Police Officers' Education and Training Commission (MPOETC) Act 120 Practice Exam

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What term describes the agreement between two individuals to commit a crime, even if the crime has not yet been completed?

Conspiracy
Collusion
Accomplice
Aiding and Abetting

The correct answer is: Conspiracy

The term that describes the agreement between two individuals to commit a crime, even if the crime has not yet been completed, is conspiracy. In a legal context, conspiracy requires that two or more people have reached an agreement to carry out an unlawful act, which is considered a crime in itself even if the crime has not been executed. The focus is on the intent and plan to commit the crime, highlighting the collaborative nature of the agreement among the conspirators. Understanding this concept is crucial because conspiracy laws aim to prevent criminal activity by penalizing individuals who plan an offense, thereby acting as a deterrent against crime. The other terms, while related to criminal activity, describe different roles or situations. For instance, collusion generally refers to a secret agreement to deceive or defraud, and does not specifically address the commitment to a crime. An accomplice assists in the commission of a crime, while aiding and abetting refers to providing assistance to someone committing a crime, but both imply that the crime has already progressed further than mere planning or agreement.