In a plea bargain, the prosecutor wants the defendant to plead ______ if not to the original charge, then to some less serious offense.

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In a plea bargain, the prosecutor typically wants the defendant to plead guilty to a lesser charge than the original offense. This allows for a quicker resolution to the case and avoids the uncertainty of a trial. Option A (not guilty) and C (innocent) do not align with the purpose of a plea bargain, and option B (nolo contendere, or no contest) is less commonly used in plea bargains.

In a Plea Bargain, the Prosecutor Wants the Defendant to Plead