Explain what is meant by "substantial step" as it is used in the Model Penal Code definition of the crime of attempt

What will be an ideal response?


• Evidence strongly corroborative of the actor's criminal purpose and includes such things as lying in wait or possession of the materials to be used in committing the crime.
• Substantial step includes actions that would be considered preparation under common law where further action is needed to constitute perpetration that is cut short before the crime is completed, in order to constitute an attempt.

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