Why do several states choose to NOT recognize the defense of abandonment?
A) because it violates freedom of expression
B) because the crime of attempt merges with the substantive crime
C) because the crime of attempt is complete and cannot be renounced
D) because the criminal act has not been completed and public policy demands no crime has been committed

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The rationale is that once an individual has taken a substantial step towards committing a crime, the crime of attempt is considered complete. This perspective holds that the individual's later decision to abandon their criminal effort does not negate the intent and actions already demonstrated towards committing the crime.

Why Do Several States Choose to NOT Recognize the Defense