If the defendant enters a plea of guilty, the trial judge may:

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The trial judge has the discretion to refuse to accept a plea of guilty if they believe it is not made voluntarily or if there is insufficient evidence to support the plea. Judges are also required to ensure that defendants are fully aware of their rights and the consequences of pleading guilty, making option B incorrect. While plea bargaining is common, a judge cannot require it as part of accepting a guilty plea, making option C incorrect.

If the Defendant Enters a Plea of Guilty, the Trial