Plea bargaining is another controversial practice in the American judicial system. Should the nature of the crime affect the defendant’s opportunity to plea bargain?

Answer 1

This is an opinion question. Your instructor wants to know what YOU THINK and YOUR REASONS for your thoughts.

Please post what YOU THINK, and someone here will be happy to comment and give you feedback.

Answer 2

These sites will help you take a stand on this question.

http://www.expertlaw.com/library/criminal/plea_bargains.html

http://www.enotes.com/everyday-law-encyclopedia/plea-bargaining

http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,916340,00.html