Over 97% of all criminal prosecutions agree to a plea bargain deal. A magistrate would examine the case thoroughly and consult with both parties to determine the best possible outcome. Other counties have adopted a similar concept. Although some might argue that it would cost more to administer a longer procedure, the goal is to reduce the number of innocent people being wrongfully convicted of a crime. The magistrate would consult with the prosecutors and the defendant to explore the following options: dismiss the case, go to trial or enter into a plea deal. This would take away the power a prosecutor has over any criminal
Over 97% of all criminal prosecutions agree to a plea bargain deal. A magistrate would examine the case thoroughly and consult with both parties to determine the best possible outcome. Other counties have adopted a similar concept. Although some might argue that it would cost more to administer a longer procedure, the goal is to reduce the number of innocent people being wrongfully convicted of a crime. The magistrate would consult with the prosecutors and the defendant to explore the following options: dismiss the case, go to trial or enter into a plea deal. This would take away the power a prosecutor has over any criminal