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Richards (D) got two thugs, names Bryant and Squires to beat up her husband. She gave them the details of how to accomplish that task and promised to give each 5 pounds. The husband was assaulted, and the beating was quite minor in reality. The two thugs were convicted of a lesser charge and D was convicted of the serious charge of wounding with the intent to cause serious bodily harm. D appealed her conviction.

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