An Alford Plea Means That the Defendant

question 11

Multiple Choice

An Alford plea means that the defendant:

• A)admits guilt and accepts the court's punishment.
• B)pleads guilty to a lesser included offense.
• C)pleads guilty but proclaims innocence.
• D)offers an affirmative defense.

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