A prosecutor who increases the charges or severity of the charges against an individual who has asserted his/her constitutional rights has engaged in _____.

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Vindictive prosecution occurs when a prosecutor retaliates against a defendant for exercising his/her constitutional rights, such as the right to remain silent or the right to an attorney. This can include increasing the charges against the defendant or seeking harsher penalties as a form of punishment for asserting these rights.

A Prosecutor Who Increases the Charges or Severity of the Charges