Conspiracy to defraud

A conspiracy to defraud occurs when two or more people plan and work together to intentionally deceive someone, typically for financial gain or to cause harm. It involves a shared understanding and agreement to commit a dishonest act that misleads others, often resulting in loss or damage. The key elements are the agreement to commit the fraudulent act and the intention behind it. This crime doesn't require the actual deception to succeed, only that there was a deliberate plan to deceive. It’s a serious offense because it reflects coordinated dishonest behavior aimed at personal or financial advantage.