Asked by Deepak Anwidh on May 15, 2024
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If a defendant is charged with burglary,but admits to a lesser charge of trespassing in
Exchange for the prosecution dismissing the burglary charge and forgoing the criminal trial,
It is an example of
A) a plea bargain.
B) a quid pro quo.
C) a pro bono settlement.
D) an amicus curiae.
Plea Bargain
An agreement in a criminal case between the prosecutor and defendant, wherein the defendant agrees to plead guilty to a lesser charge or to the original criminal charge in return for some concession from the prosecutor.
Burglary
The unlawful entry into a building or other location with the intention to commit theft or any felony.
Trespassing
Unlawfully entering or remaining on someone else’s property without permission, which can result in legal consequences.
- Comprehend the process and significance of plea bargaining in the criminal justice system.
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Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the process and significance of plea bargaining in the criminal justice system.
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