In New York, the legal charges against Jayden Clarke in the Times Square shooting case break down into several different types of felonies, each with specific requirements for conviction and potential penalties. They include charges for the act of shooting the victims and charges for possessing the weapon used in the crime. The Charges Explained Here's a look at the charges in a way that's easy to understand, along with the potential prison time. Attempted Murder in the Second Degree This is one of the most serious charges. To be charged with attempted murder, you don't have to successfully kill someone. Instead, the prosecution must prove two things: you intended to cause someone's death and you took a significant step towards doing it. In this case, allegedly firing a gun at a person with the intent to kill them, even if you miss or they survive, is enough to support this charge. The law also includes the concept of "transferred intent"—so even i...