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From a societal standpoint, it reduces and mitigates the crime which was originally committed by the defendant and, the penalty the defendant will pay. This actually has the effect of masking the actual seriousness of the offense and thereby the actual crime rate.

From the point of view of the victim (and usually the arresting officers) - the defendant is 'getting away with it' by being charged with a lesser offense, instead of the one he/she actually committed.

From the point of view of the defendant - plea bargains are deals struck with the prosecutor's office - BUT the court is not required to go along with them. Sometimes the judge will cancel the plea deal and re-institute the original (more serious) charge.

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What are some national statistics on plea bargaining?

Anywhere from 90%-95% of cases in the United States end up in some form of plea bargaining.


Why are trials not used in all cases?

Because about 90% of people who get into legal trouble plea out some sort of deal otherwise known as plea bargaining.


What are some Plea bargaining advantages and disadvantages?

Advantages of plea bargaining include quicker resolution of cases, reduced court backlog, and potential for reduced sentences for defendants. Disadvantages include potential for innocent individuals to plead guilty, unequal bargaining power between prosecutors and defendants, and lack of transparency in decision-making.


Is plea bargaining ethical in the criminal justice system?

Plea bargaining is a common practice in the criminal justice system where a defendant agrees to plead guilty in exchange for a lesser sentence or reduced charges. Some argue that it helps expedite cases and save resources, while others believe it can lead to unfair outcomes and pressure defendants into admitting guilt. The ethicality of plea bargaining is a complex and debated issue in the criminal justice system.


Is plea bargain fair on the victim?

Plea bargaining can be beneficial for both the victim and the perpetrator in some cases by avoiding the trauma of a trial and securing a quicker resolution. However, some victims may feel that plea bargains do not adequately punish the offender or provide them with the closure they seek. Ultimately, the fairness of a plea bargain to the victim depends on the individual circumstances of the case.


Is Plea Bargaining unjust?

Absolutly, plea bargining plays on the prisoner's dilemma. If both suspected felons say nothing, they both walk free, if one says something, one gets a heavy sentence while the other barely gets anything, if they both say the other one did it, they both go to prison. Notice that no where in that reasoning is truth metioned. The defendants are put under such pressure, that the truth is not considered, simply survival. So, a court that seeks justice should automatically dismiss plea bargining in search of the truth. In this same way, plea bargining is not completely voluntay and therefore, the defendant is not actually waving his 6th Amendment right.Answerplea bargaining is just and unjust it all depends on the situation. For examle if there is this mass murderer and rapist and he tried to plea bargain saying that he was forced to kill and rape than it is unjust but if someone siad that they was forced to take all of the money out of the bank account because they had a gun to them then it is just AnswerWhat is plea bargaining? Yes there are some cases where plea bargaining is useful, but most of the times it's a business decision not a matter of law. Plea bargaining proves the entire justice system is a business organization hung up on the fact of the prison industry being the growing industry in the country. As of 2002, the U.S had a record of over 2 million people behind bars. That's number one in the world, in front of China's+ Russia's 1.5 million people behind bars. That's Seven tenths of a percent of America's popualtion behind bars. (Source U.S. Bureau of Justice Statistics) AnswerWhat is plea bargaining? Yes there are some cases where plea bargaining is useful, but most of the times it's a business decision not a matter of law. Plea bargaining proves the entire justice system is a business organization hung up on the fact of the prison industry being the fastest growing industry in the country. As of 2002, the U.S had a record of over 2 million people behind bars. That's number one in the world, in front of China's+ Russia's 1.5 million people behind bars. That's Seven tenths of a percent of America's popualtion behind bars. (Source U.S. Bureau of Justice Statistics) AnswerWhat is plea bargaining? Yes there are some cases where plea bargaining is useful, but most of the times it's a business decision not a matter of law. Plea bargaining proves the entire justice system is a business organization hung up on the fact of the prison industry being the fastest growing industry in the country. As of 2002, the U.S had a record of over 2 million people behind bars. That's number one in the world, in front of China's+ Russia's 1.5 million people behind bars. That's Seven tenths of a percent of America's popualtion behind bars. (Source U.S. Bureau of Justice Statistics)


Does it affect a defendant's sentencing if the judge prosecutor public defender and the defendant do not sign a plea bargain contract?

Contrary to popular belief, there is no such thing as a plea bargain "contract." The offer of a plea bargain is made between the prosecutor and the defense attorney. The judge is not involved in this 'bargaining process' and in some cases may not agree with it, and is not required to follow the result suggested by the prosecutor.


Does there have to be an arrest before a plea bargain?

When a person accused of a crime intends to bargain with the punishment and moves the application for plea bargaining, then his appearance before the court amounts to custody and if prosecution is called upon by the court to reply the application and prosecutions needs some time, then there can be arrest. K.R.Singhel Wardha, Maharashtra, India.


Does plea bargaining sacrifice the rights of the defendant or do the guilty benefit?

As with many things in life - it's a comprimise. Boths sides gain something, although they both have to give something up in return. The state (and the complainanst) get a guilty plea that usually guarantees some jail time for the defendant, and the defendant usually gets the opportunity to plead to a lesser offense and get a lighter jail sentence.


Why do you need a steam bypass control valve?

to let the steam pass and avoid an explosion under some undesireable circumstances.


What do you think undesireable economics aspects of tourism?

some of the undesirable economic aspects of tourism are HIGHER PRICES and ECONOMIC INSTABILITY.


What are some situations in which management or the union would prefer centralized bargaining?

management would prefer centralized bargaining

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