withdrawal

A withdrawal is removing cash or any other asset from the place where it is held.

In the context of a criminal conspiracy , withdrawal is leaving the conspiracy before the target crime has been committed. State laws differ on the culpability of co- conspirators who withdraw.

See: this Case Western Law Review Article ; this Department of Justice Guideline ; these Model Jury Instructions ; and United States v. Gonzales

[Last reviewed in February of 2025 by the Wex Definitions Team ]

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