Attempt

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Examine the following situations and decide if any of the people involved would be guilty of the crime of attempt.

Martin, a bank teller, discovers a foolproof method of stealing money from the bank. It takes him some time to muster the courage to make money. Finally, he makes up his mind and tells his girlfriend, Yuka, that tomorrow he will steal the money. Yuka goes to the police and Martin is arrested an hour later.
Gilbert, an accomplished thief, is caught while trying to steal Lewis' pocket . He pleads not guilty and says it is not possible for him to be convicted, because Lewis did not have a penny on him.
Rita and Anwar decide to rob a liquor store. They meet in a pub and talk about their plans. Rita goes to buy a revolver and Anwar goes to steal a car to use for his getaway. Rita is arrested as she leaves the armory with her new revolver, Anwar is arrested as he is walking down the street.
Amy decides to set fire to her store to collect the insurance money. She spills gasoline around the building. She is arrested when she leaves the store to get a box of matches.