A person intends to commit an offence but the chosen method cannot possibly produce the prohibited result. What is the usual criminal-law issue?
Correct answer: C. An impossible attempt
- A. A civil wrong only
- B. A completed offence
- C. An impossible attempt
- D. A lawful preparation
Explanation
An impossible attempt arises where the accused has the required intention and takes steps towards the offence, but completion is impossible because of the method or circumstances. Impossibility does not automatically remove the significance of the criminal intent and conduct.
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