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> “normal” people, when charged with a crime, are pulled through the ringer and taken through sometimes multi-month trials Not to mention that a defence in a c
by deepspace 3y ago
> “normal” people, when charged with a crime, are pulled through the ringer and taken through sometimes multi-month trials
Not to mention that a defence in a criminal trial will likely bankrupt all but the top 1%. Which is why innocent people almost always take a plea deal.
People are quick to say "I will sue", or "I will defend my innocence to the end", until presented with the potential bill. Justice is truly the providence of the rich, and the rich only.
- tourmalinetaco 3y agoWhile I agree on your last point, it should be noted that at least in the US for criminal matters you must have a court appointed lawyer if you prove to be unable to pay for one out-of-pocket. For civil cases however, you’re out of luck. Additionally, plea deals are also taken because they’re a “known”. You can quantify the result, and you can’t in a court case. Not to mention most people really don’t want to deal with the stress and find probation + fine + misdemeanor a worthwhile cost.
- sterlind 3y agoit's less about money and more about time. you take the plea deal and go away for 2 years tops, or you try your luck with a trial and risk 10 if convicted.