Examining the effect of case and trial factors on defense attorneys’ plea decision-making
Defense attorneys are attuned to the defendant’s likelihood of conviction at trial, based on the strength of the evidence, in forming their plea decisions. A higher threshold for conviction (i.e. unanimous jury verdict rule versus majority rule), could affect defense attorneys’ willingness to take c...
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| Language: | English |
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2021
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Psychology, crime & law
Year: 2021, Volume: 27, Issue: 4, Pages: 357-382 |
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