Aiding and Abetting
The act of helping, supporting, or encouraging someone in the commission of a crime. While the person aiding and abetting may not directly commit the crime, they provide assistance or facilitate the criminal act
Key elements:
Assisting in the commission of a crime: This can involve providing tools, information, or support to the person committing the crime.
Encouraging or inciting criminal behavior: Encouraging someone to commit a crime or acting in a way that makes the crime easier to carry out.
Intent to assist: The person aiding or abetting must have the intention to help the primary offender in committing the illegal act.
Misdemeanor
Sentence: 15 Months
Fine: $450
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