Under 21 USC § 846, an individual can be charged with what kind of offenses?

Under 21 USC § 846, an individual can be charged with attempt and conspiracy related to drug offenses. This statute specifically addresses the legal implications of attempting to engage in or conspiring to commit acts that violate drug laws. It is designed to hold individuals accountable not only for the successful commission of a drug-related crime but also for the planning or intention to commit such crimes, even if they ultimately do not result in the underlying offense being completed.

In this context, conspiracy involves an agreement between two or more individuals to carry out a drug-related crime, while an attempt refers to actions taken toward committing the offense, demonstrating a clear intention to violate drug laws. This makes the statute particularly significant in drug enforcement, as it allows law enforcement to intervene before an actual drug crime occurs, targeting the planning stages of illegal drug activities.

The other options provided do not align with the specific focus of 21 USC § 846. Simple possession refers to having controlled substances without the intent to distribute them, which falls under different statutory provisions. High-speed flight and bringing in controlled substances pertain to other criminal charges and do not directly relate to the conspiracy or attempt components described in this section of the law.