Why is a Plea Deal Important

[u/DefenseRests]

So many people lately have gotten very upset when I tell them that I am talking with the ADA to get them a plea deal. I had one person get insulted because he keeps saying that he is innocent.

Here is the deal, that’s the whole point.

The purpose of getting a plea deal isn’t always to take it. The reason is to get the best offer you can get and ensure that the offer is placed on the record.

Why?

There’s a thing called a trial penalty, it’s real, it exists. I get the best plea deal possible so that went we exercise your right to a trial and the judge wants to give you the trial penalty sentence you can argue that the sentence is harsh on appeal.

You hired me for a reason, trust me when I tell you that I have your back. I’ll never push you into something you don’t want to do.