6.604 — CONSPIRACY TO COMMIT TERRORISM

Violations of "Statute 6.604" results in a Class A Felony

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(a) Definitions

Conspiracy to commit terrorism occurs when two or more individuals knowingly and intentionally agree to plan, organize, or facilitate acts of terrorism. This charge encompasses any collaborative effort to engage in, prepare for, or execute violent acts or threats intended to intimidate, coerce, or harm a population, government, or specific group, based on political, ideological, or religious motives.

(b) Elements

To establish the offense of conspiracy to commit terrorism, the prosecution must prove beyond a reasonable doubt the following elements:

1. Two or more individuals knowingly and intentionally agreed to engage in or plan a violent act or terrorist activity.

2. The conspiracy involved an act of terrorism, as defined by law, such as bombings, attacks on critical infrastructure, or threats to cause mass harm or destruction.

3. The defendant took steps to further the conspiracy, such as providing resources, making plans, or engaging in discussions intended to carry out the terrorism-related activities.

(c) Defenses

Defenses against a charge of conspiracy to commit terrorism may include:

1. The defendant was unaware of the conspiracy or did not knowingly agree to participate in it.

2. The defendant did not take any overt action to further the conspiracy, and no steps were taken toward executing a terrorism-related act.

3. The defendant withdrew from the conspiracy prior to any terrorist activities taking place, and provided information to authorities to prevent the act.

4. The defendant was coerced or under duress and did not willingly participate in the conspiracy.

(d) Aggravating Factors

The court may consider the following aggravating factors when determining the severity of the offense:

1. The conspiracy involved planning an attack that would cause widespread harm, destruction, or loss of life.

2. The defendant played a central or leadership role in organizing the conspiracy.

3. The conspiracy involved the use of particularly dangerous or advanced weapons, such as explosives, chemical agents, or weapons of mass destruction.

4. The defendant has a history of involvement with terrorist organizations or has made previous threats or attempts related to terrorism.