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U.S. v. Crochiere, No. 97-1555 (1st Cir.) (129 F.3d 233) (November 18, 1997) (Judge Sandra L. Lynch)

Proof of an overt act not required under Federal criminal civil rights statute; but case lists contrary holdings in other circuits.

In case of first impression, court held that Government was not required to prove the existence of an overt act in furtherance of the conspiracy.

 

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