- The suspect has the opportunity to plead guilty. If they plead guilty to the charge, the judge will sentence the individual and the case does not go to trial. The suspect also has the choice of plea bargaining and admitting guilt to a lesser offense. If the prosecutor agrees to the plea bargain, the suspect is sentenced for the lesser offense and the case will also not go to trial.
- If the suspect chooses to plead not guilty, the case will go to trial. During the trial, both sides will present evidence and argument to a jury, who will then decide the individual's guilt or innocence. If the suspect is found guilty, the judge will sentence them accordingly.
- It is important to consult with a defense attorney to determine the best course of action based on the individual's specific circumstances and the evidence against them. The decision to plead guilty or not guilty should be made carefully and with the individual's best interests and legal rights in mind.