What is the difference between pleading guilty and a plea bargain?
MAIN QUESTION:
Why would anyone plead guilty when there is an option to lessen the charge through a plea bargain?
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What is the difference between pleading guilty and a plea bargain?
MAIN QUESTION:
Why would anyone plead guilty when there is an option to lessen the charge through a plea bargain?
Thank you
A plea bargain can sometimes involve something less than a guilty plea. See, e.g., Rush Limbaugh's plea bargain on his drug charges. A plea bargain might involve deferment ,in that case, without even the entry of a guilty plea but more commonly of the conviction and sentence.
Baystategirl is correct that plea bargains are not always offered. You are correct that if you plan to plead guilty, you should try for a plea bargain before entering your plea.
Thanks for the replies
I now understand the difference.
Why would the prosecutor offer to lessen my sentence if I committed a crime against that person?
ah, that makes a lot of sense. Thank you![]()