Conspiracy to Murder in New South Wales

The prosecution must demonstrate the following elements beyond a reasonable doubt:

• That the accused, and at least one other person conspired or entered into an agreement to commit murder; or
• That the accused solicited, encouraged, proposed, persuaded, or endeavored to persuade at least one other person to commit murder.

Individuals charged with conspiracy to murder have several potential defences, including:

• Factual Defence: Relying on the fact that the accused did not commit the alleged actions forming the basis of the charge.

• Duress: Asserting that the offence was committed under duress, meaning that the accused was coerced or threatened into participating in the conspiracy.