What controversial practice allows prosecutors increased leverage in plea bargaining and to coerce defendants into pleas?

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Overcharging is the controversial practice of prosecutors to charge a defendant with more serious offenses than the evidence supports, in order to increase their leverage in plea bargaining and coerce the defendant into accepting a plea deal. This practice has been criticized for leading to wrongful convictions and undermining the fairness of the criminal justice system.

What Controversial Practice Allows Prosecutors Increased Leverage in Plea Bargaining