An Analysis of the Use of Plea Bargaining in Criminal Cases: Pros and Cons

Abstract

The defendant agrees to plead guilty to a lower charge or to a reduced sentence in return for avoiding the possibility of receiving a sentence that is more severe. This is a widespread practice in the criminal justice system. The usage of plea bargaining in criminal cases is analyzed and examined in this research article, along with the benefits and drawbacks connected with this practice. According to the findings of the research, the process of entering into a plea bargain has a number of benefits, such as the speedy resolution of cases and the reduction in costs; however, it also has a number of disadvantages, such as the potential for coercion, unequal bargaining power, and the possibility of injustice.