________________ occurs when a prosecutor increases the number or severity of charges to penalize a defendant who exercises constitutional or statutory rights.

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Vindictive prosecution occurs when a prosecutor retaliates against a defendant for exercising their constitutional or statutory rights, such as going to trial or appealing a conviction, by increasing the number or severity of charges. This is done with the intent of punishing the defendant, rather than the pursuit of justice.

________________ Occurs When a Prosecutor Increases the Number or Severity