What percentage of people convicted of a crime are declared guilty as the result of a formal trial before either a judge or a jury?
A)5-10%
B)3-7%
C)8-12%
D)10-14%
E)None of the above

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The percentage of people convicted of a crime as a result of a formal trial is typically low, often estimated to be between 5-10%, as most cases are resolved through plea bargains rather than going to trial.

What Percentage of People Convicted of a Crime Are Declared