Most criminal cases are resolved through

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Plea bargaining is when the defendant agrees to plead guilty in exchange for a reduced sentence or lesser charge. This is the most common way that criminal cases are resolved in the United States. Trials and punishments (A) are less common, as trials require significant time and resources, and punishments are typically reserved for those who are found guilty after a trial. Admissions of guilt (B) can be a part of plea bargaining, but are not always required. Civil settlements (D) are a different type of legal resolution that would not apply to criminal cases.

Most Criminal Cases Are Resolved Through