Prosecutors are often criticized for overcharging.Briefly define the term overcharging.

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Final Answer : When a prosecutor charges a defendant with multiple offenses,some of which they know they cannot prove,in order to obtain a plea bargain from the defendant after promising to drop some of the charges.

Prosecutors are often criticized for overcharging.Briefly define the term "overcharging."

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