Problem
In some jurisdictions, an agreement alone between two or more people satisfies the requirement of actus reus for conspiracy. In other jurisdictions, the parties must take other steps for this element to be proven. Some jurisdictions require "substantial steps", others "overt acts". What is the requirement in Minnesota?
What do you think the requirement should be? In other words, does it seem fair or in alignment with the standards attached to other crimes? Constitutionally speaking, does merely talking about and agreeing to commit a illegal act with another satisfy the requirements of mens rea? How do you think intent can be proven through an agreement with no additional steps or actions?