The attempt becomes of consequence, if the effect follows.

Explanation

An attempt that reaches its object is no longer merely an attempt — it merges into the completed act and bears the full consequence.

Where this applies

• The attempt succeeded so it's no longer just an attempt — it's the completed act.
• Once the attempt reaches its goal, it merges into the full crime.
• An attempt that achieves its effect bears the full consequence of the completed act.

See also

• 12.2.1 The cause of a cause is the cause of the thing caused.
• 12.8.2 An attempt does not harm unless a consequence follows.