This page outlines conspiracy laws, focusing on wheel and chain conspiracies. Wheel conspiracies have a central figure connected to members, while chain conspiracies consist of independent participant...This page outlines conspiracy laws, focusing on wheel and chain conspiracies. Wheel conspiracies have a central figure connected to members, while chain conspiracies consist of independent participants. The Pinkerton rule holds conspirators liable for foreseeable crimes, while Wharton's rule limits conspiracy to more than two people.
This page discusses how consent can legally defend against criminal conduct when given knowingly and voluntarily, particularly in sexual offenses and non-serious harm cases. It emphasizes that consent...This page discusses how consent can legally defend against criminal conduct when given knowingly and voluntarily, particularly in sexual offenses and non-serious harm cases. It emphasizes that consent is only valid if the victim is competent; intoxicated or threatened individuals cannot consent. The page provides examples illustrating the boundaries of consent in legal scenarios, highlighting its importance in understanding liability and protection from battery.