What is the appropriate charge for someone who creates a conspiracy to commit a felony?

The charge of conspiracy is appropriate for someone who makes an agreement with one or more persons to commit a felony. In many jurisdictions, including those relevant to the Dallas Police Exam, conspiracy laws focus on the intention to act and the planning of a crime, regardless of whether the crime is ultimately carried out. This legal framework acknowledges that even mere agreement and preparation can pose a significant threat to society, thus warranting prosecution.

Conspiracy specifically targets the collaborative nature of the planned crime, distinguishing it from other charges like coercion, which involves forcing someone to act against their will, accomplice liability, which refers to aiding or encouraging the commission of a crime, and accessory, which typically involves someone who assists a criminal after the crime has been committed. The clear focus on the agreement to commit the felony makes conspiracy the most fitting charge in this context.