The entire court process can seem quite intimidating if you’re accused of a misdemeanor or felony. It can be challenging to know what to do because there are so many complicated legal concepts to try to understand.
Fortunately, having Dan Chambers, a skilled criminal defense attorney, on your side will significantly reduce your stress levels compared to having another common lawyer represent you. Attorney Chambers always works to present the best possible defense to show that you are not guilty or receive the least amount of punishment for all charges.
In some cases, a plea agreement is the best option for your case. In others it will not be. Keep reading to learn more about this complicated topic and then contact Chambers Law Firm at 714-760-4088 if you are in need of an attorney who will fight for the best possible outcome for your case.
What is a plea agreement, and what are its benefits and drawbacks?
A plea agreement takes place when the defendant decides to admit guilt to a single, lower charge rather than all of the counts. Because the prosecutor does not have to try to establish the defendant’s guilt of all initial counts, the court process is substantially shorter, which benefits the prosecutor. This helps everyone save a ton of time and money.
What benefits are there?
A plea deal may be quite favorable for you, depending on your circumstances and case. You will save a lot of time, worry, and tension because the entire court case won’t take as long as it would otherwise. You won’t have to worry about paying as much court and legal fees either.
A skilled criminal defense lawyer can assist you in determining if a plea agreement is in your best interests. It might be a decent deal, depending on the conditions the prosecutor outlines in the plea agreement, but you might have other, more advantageous options.
When will the prosecution present a plea deal?
If the evidence the prosecution has against you doesn’t persuade a jury that you committed the crime, the prosecutor may propose a plea agreement.
What drawbacks come with accepting one?
In other cases, your defense lawyer won’t advise taking a plea deal since the evidence against you is so tenuous that there is little chance that a jury will convict you. Even though the prosecutor appears to be providing a fair deal on the surface, in that situation it may be preferable to refuse a plea agreement.
For a free consultation and to ask any questions you may have concerning plea deals or any other legal matter, call Chambers Law Firm at 714-760-4088.
