Plea bargaining, or taking a deal/copping a plea, is the most common methodby which we dispose of criminal cases in our system.there are many advantages of the plea bargaining system; to defendants,victims and their families, court personnel and taxpayers.

1. Summarize and describe why plea bargaining can provide benefits to these entities.

2. Are there any negative consequencesto the plea bargain process?Describe them.

3. Do you believe that prosecutors should be able plea bargain with all types of criminal cases? (including felonieslike murder and rape)Give reasons for you response.