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Accessory

Term · Law · MLC-T-LAW-000301

An individual who assists in the commission of a crime but is not present at the scene during its perpetration. This person typically provides aid, counsel, or encouragement before or after the offense. The legal distinction between an accessory and a principal can affect the charges and penalties.

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IdentifierMLC-T-LAW-000301
FieldLaw
Record as JSON 
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  "term": "Accessory",
  "field": "Law",
  "definition": "An individual who assists in the commission of a crime but is not present at the scene during its perpetration. This person typically provides aid, counsel, or encouragement before or after the offense. The legal distinction between an accessory and a principal can affect the charges and penalties.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/accessory/"
}

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