Common Design in United Kingdom

Definition of Common Design

In accordance with the work A Dictionary of Law, this is a description of Common Design : The intention assumed to be shared by those engaged in a joint illegal enterprise: each party is liable for anything done during the pursuance of that enterprise, including any unexpected consequences that arise. If, however, one of the parties does something that was not agreed beforehand, the others may not be held responsible for the consequences of this act.

See also accessory.