1. An intention to do something, conditions permitting.
2. Criminal law. A possible defense against a crime if the conditions make committing the crime impossible (e.g., “I will steal the money if it’s there,” and the money is not there).
1. An intention to do something, conditions permitting.
2. Criminal law. A possible defense against a crime if the conditions make committing the crime impossible (e.g., “I will steal the money if it’s there,” and the money is not there).