The Vast Majority of All Criminal Cases Are Resolved Through

question 6

Multiple Choice

The vast majority of all criminal cases are resolved through _____, which afford(s) _____ constitutional protections to the defendant.

• A) jury trials; no
• B) jury trials; strong
• C) plea bargaining; no
• D) plea bargaining; strong

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Definitions:

Settlement Agreement

An out-of-court resolution to a legal dispute, agreed to by the parties in writing. A settlement agreement may be reached at any time prior to or during a trial.

Mediator

A neutral third party who facilitates negotiations between disputing parties with the aim of reaching a mutually acceptable agreement.

Points of Agreement

Specific terms or conditions within negotiations or discussions that all parties involved accept or approve.

Evaluating Positions

The process of assessing and analyzing the strengths, weaknesses, and potential outcomes of different stances in negotiation or conflict resolution.