An Agreement by a Prosecutor to Press a Less Serious

question 51

Multiple Choice

An agreement by a prosecutor to press a less serious charge,drop some charges,or recommend a less severe sentence if the defendant agrees to plead guilty is called __________.

• A)diversion programs
• B)pretrial intervention
• C)plea bargaining
• D)case mortality

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Definitions:

Substance Abuse

The harmful or hazardous use of psychoactive substances, including alcohol and illicit drugs.

Death Rates

The frequency of deaths in a particular population, measured per unit of time and often categorized by cause.

Female Adolescents

Young females typically between the ages of 13 and 19, going through physical, psychological, and social transitions from childhood to adulthood.

Peak Growth

The maximum rate of growth or development, often referring to physical or economic factors.