Accessories
Accessory: a person who is involved in the crime but is not present at its commission.
- Before the Fact — intentionally assists or encourages the crime before it happens; treated as an accomplice.
- After the Fact — helps cover up the crime; not an accomplice. Distinct crime (e.g., obstruction of justice, harboring); no merger with the underlying offense.
Cf. Principals (who are present at the act).