Asked by Baileigh Larson on Apr 25, 2024
During an arraignment, a defendant enters a plea. List the pleas that may be entered. What is plea bargaining, and when does it take place?
Arraignment
The initial court proceeding where a defendant is formally charged with a crime, informed of their rights, and asked to enter a plea.
Plea Bargaining
A legal negotiation in which a defendant agrees to plead guilty to a lesser charge in exchange for a more lenient sentence or the dropping of other charges.
- Comprehend the sequential steps involved in a criminal case, starting from arrest to the appeal process.
- Illustrate the principles of criminal liability and the mitigations against criminal charges.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the sequential steps involved in a criminal case, starting from arrest to the appeal process.
- Illustrate the principles of criminal liability and the mitigations against criminal charges.