A person who is associated with another person in committing a crime is termed as
Question and options
A person who is associated with another person in committing a crime is termed as
- witness
- accomplice
- agent
- proxy
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B - accomplice
An accomplice is a person who joins with another in committing a crime. A witness only observes, and agent and proxy are not criminal-law terms for a partner in crime.
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