Chapter

Conviction and Plea Bargaining in the Justice System
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38:06 - 41:48 (03:42)

A discussion on the challenges of winning a trial for a seemingly clear-cut case and the prevalence of plea bargaining, even in cases where the defendant may be innocent.

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Going to trial is not always an option for defendants and their lawyers.
38:06 - 40:17 (02:11)
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Criminal Justice
Summary

Going to trial is not always an option for defendants and their lawyers. Plea bargains are often the best course of action and in most cases, the number of trials is relatively few compared to the total number of cases.

Chapter
Conviction and Plea Bargaining in the Justice System
Episode
"MO" Part 8 The Final Episode
Podcast
Real Life Real Crime
Over 5,000 out of 5,500 inmates in Angola have life sentences in the state of Louisiana, making it the go-to prison for those convicted of such crimes.
40:17 - 41:48 (01:31)
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Angola
Summary

Over 5,000 out of 5,500 inmates in Angola have life sentences in the state of Louisiana, making it the go-to prison for those convicted of such crimes.

Chapter
Conviction and Plea Bargaining in the Justice System
Episode
"MO" Part 8 The Final Episode
Podcast
Real Life Real Crime