A. To aid, encourage or assist (someone), especially in the commission of a crime.
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1. To aid, encourage or assist (someone), especially in the commission of a crime <abet a known felon>. 2. To support (a crime) by active assistance <abet a burglary>.
Black's Law Dictionary® Eighth Edition © 2004
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"The Court has jurisdiction over individuals accused of these crimes. This includes those directly responsible for committing the crimes as well as others who may be liable for the crimes, for example by aiding, abetting or otherwise assisting in the commission of a crime. The latter group also includes military commanders or other superiors whose responsibility is defined in the Statute." International Criminal Court Rules on Jurisdiction and Admissibility