The MPC view of attempt requires that the defendant purposely do or omit to do anything which is a substantial step in the course of conduct planned to culminate in his commission of the crime.

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The Model Penal Code (MPC) defines an attempt to commit a crime as occurring when a person, with the purpose of committing a specific crime, does or omits to do anything that is a substantial step in a course of conduct planned to culminate in the commission of the crime. This definition emphasizes the intention (purpose) to commit a crime and taking a substantial step towards its commission.

The MPC View of Attempt Requires That the Defendant Purposely