As Part of the Courtroom Workgroup Public Defenders Are in a Better

question 37

Multiple Choice

As part of the courtroom workgroup public defenders are in a better position than private attorneys to negotiate favorable plea bargains and thus to _________punishment.

• A)eliminate
• B)mitigate
• C)increase
• D)ensure

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Definitions:

Influence Strategy

A systematic plan or approach to persuade or alter individuals' attitudes, beliefs, or actions toward desired outcomes.

Expertise

The specialized knowledge or skills in a particular area or field, which individuals acquire through experience, education, or training.

Persuasion

The action or process of convincing someone to believe or do something through reasoning or the use of symbols.

Hard Influence Tactics

Strategies that exert overt pressure or use power to persuade others to comply or agree.