Plea Bargains in Texas: Prosecutor's Considerations
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What is a primary consideration for a prosecutor when deciding to offer a plea bargain in Texas?

  • The defendant's criminal history
  • The prosecutor's caseload
  • The severity of the crime (correct)
  • Public opinion on the case

Why might a prosecutor consider a plea bargain in Texas?

  • To increase the chances of a conviction
  • To reduce the defendant's sentence
  • To reduce the state's costs of a trial (correct)
  • To increase the prosecutor's reputation

What is a key factor that influences a prosecutor's decision to offer a plea bargain in Texas?

  • The severity of the crime
  • The strength of the evidence (correct)
  • The prosecutor's experience
  • The defendant's age

In Texas, what is a potential advantage of a plea bargain for a defendant?

<p>Receiving a lighter sentence (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When deciding to offer a plea bargain in Texas, what is a crucial factor for a prosecutor to consider?

<p>The strength of the case (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a plea bargain in Texas based on?

<p>The severity of the crime and the strength of the prosecution's case (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When considering a plea bargain, what do Texas prosecutors typically weigh?

<p>The likelihood of conviction and the recommended sentence (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What two factors do prosecutors in Texas consider when deciding whether to offer a plea bargain?

<p>The severity of the crime and the likelihood of conviction (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Texas, what are the primary considerations for a prosecutor offering a plea bargain?

<p>The severity of the crime and the strength of the prosecution's case (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

On what basis do Texas prosecutors decide whether to offer a plea bargain?

<p>The severity of the crime and the likelihood of conviction (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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