A conspirator is an individual who takes part in a conspiracy, which is a secret plan or agreement between two or more people to commit an unlawful or wrongful act. Conspirators work together to achieve a common goal, often involving illegal activities such as fraud, theft, or other criminal acts. In legal terms, conspirators may be charged and prosecuted for their involvement in the conspiracy, even if they did not personally commit the criminal acts that were planned or carried out. The concept of conspiracy is significant in criminal law as it allows authorities to hold all participants accountable for their role in planning or facilitating unlawful activities.
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