Los Angeles Conspiracy Lawyer

How is conspiracy a crime?

A conspiracy is an agreement by two or more persons (each referred to as a conspirator or co-conspirator) to commit a crime. Conspiracy is commonly referred to as a "partnership in crime." Conspiracy is a different offense from the crime itself, and is punished separately. Conspiracy is still a crime even if the planned crime was not committed. Conspiracy charges may be filed in federal court, which may result in a harsher penalty, or in state court. Conspiracy is almost always charged as a felony. Occasionally, conspiracy is charged as a misdemeanor, particularly when the planned crime is not a felony. Either way, if you are being charged with conspiracy, you need a Los Angeles criminal defense attorney to help you build your defense.

Conspiracy is an independent crime and can be punished in addition to the intended crime that is the object of the conspiracy. Thus, if two or more people conspire to commit a murder and then murder someone, each person involved in the conspiracy to commit murder is potentially guilty of two crimes: conspiracy to commit murder and murder. In some cases, a defendant may not be found guilty of the completed crime but will be found guilty of the conspiracy.

When conspirators conspire to commit a felony they are punished in the same manner and to the same extent as is provided for the punishment of that felony.

A member of a conspiracy is criminally responsible for all of the crimes committed by the co-conspirators that occur within the scope and in furtherance of the conspiracy, regardless of whether he or she assisted in the commission of the crimes or was even aware of the crimes.

Proven Conspiracy Attorney In Los Angeles

We have handled many cases involving conspiracy charges. The penalties for a conspiracy conviction are frequently as severe as the penalties are for the underlying crime. In many conspiracy cases, prosecutors attempt to pit one co-conspirator against the other to get the evidence they need for a conviction. The ordeal can quickly become overwhelming. Let an experienced attorney from our office review the conspiracy charges against you. Together we can evaluate the charges and evidence against you, any potential defenses, and your options in fighting the charges against you.

Contact a Los Angeles conspiracy lawyerat Stephen G. Rodriguez & Partners.