CJL4510

Discuss the process known as Plea Negotiations or Plea Bargaining. Structure your essay by the following sections:

· Define the term.

· Describe the 3 different plea bargains discussed in chapter 12.

· Discuss approximately how many cases are disposed by plea negotiations versus a trial.

· In your discussion, state the reasons why a majority of cases are resolved by plea bargaining.

· Describe how the prosecutor, defendant, defense attorney and judge benefit from plea negotiations.

Instructions

· For maximum points, the paper should conform to/include the following elements:

· APA format and style applied consistently throughout the essay.

· Length = Five (5) double-spaced pages total. Include a title page, three (3) substantive pages that detail the selected role, and a references page.