__________ - 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.
This can save time and money for both the prosecution and the defense, as well as alleviate overcrowding in court dockets. However, it also means that the suspect is foregoing their right to a trial by jury and the opportunity to present a defense. It is important for individuals to carefully consider all their options before making a decision on how to proceed with their case.
what is the word for it
The process described is known as plea bargaining.
