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What is a "Not Guilty Plea?"
You are saying you DID NOT do the crime you are accused of doing
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What is a "Guilty Plea?"
You are saying you DID DO the crime you are accused of going
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What is a plea of "No Contest?"
You are not saying that you did the crime you are accused of doing, but that you do not want to fight against the accusation
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What is it called if you are found not guilty?
An acquittal
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If you plead guilty, can you go to trial or appeal?
No, when you plead guilty you give up the right to a trial and an appeal
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If you enter a plea of no contest, you give up the right to what two things?
You give up the right to a trial and an appeal.
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What happens if you are found not guilty?
You are set free
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Can you ask for a plea bargain if you enter a guilty plea?
You must ask for a plea bargain BEFORE you enter a plea of guilty
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Can you ask for a plea bargain if you enter a no contest plea?
You must ask for a plea bargain BEFORE you enter a plea of no contest
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What types of trials can you choose when you plead not guilty?
A jury trial or a bench trial
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What are some factors the judge considers when determining your sentence after you enter a plea of guilty?
They consider your criminal history including past convictions, the severity and type of crime you are pleading guilty to, the number of crimes you are pleading guilty to, and your ability to turn your life around
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What are the possible sentences for a plea of no contest? (there are 6)
Jail, probation, prison, a fine, community service, community treatment, or any combination of those listed.
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Can you be found guilty if you plead not guilty?
Yes.
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If you plead guilty to a Measure 11 crime, the judge has to follow mandatory minimum sentencing laws. What does that mean?
That means the judge cannot give a lesser sentence other than what the guidelines say
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What are the benefits of a no contest plea?
1. Eliminates costly & time-consuming trials
2. Typically less severe penalties 3. You do not have to admit guilt in open court |
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