The law of inchoate crimes resolves the dilemma by three means:

1. Requiring a specific intent or purpose to commit the crime or cause a harm
2. Requiring some action to carry out the purpose
3. Punishing inchoate crimes less severely than completed crimes


Answer : Inchoate crimes

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