Plea Deal
/ˈpliː ˌdiːl/
Definitions
- (n.) An agreement in a criminal case whereby the defendant pleads guilty to a lesser charge or to one of multiple charges in exchange for concessions from the prosecutor.
The defendant accepted a plea deal to reduce the charges and avoid trial.
Forms
- plea deal
- plea deals
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Commentary
A plea deal is a critical tool in criminal procedure, often negotiated to expedite case resolution and manage judicial resources.
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