Two Man Congress

03: Should Plea Bargaining... Be A Thing?


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In this episode, Chad and I discuss Plea Bargaining and whether or not it should be used in the court system.

We discuss the history and current system, including the Constitutionality of the cases, Rule 11, and other alternatives. Below are links to sources we used throughout our discussion and debate.

McCarthy v. United States
Brady v. United States
Bordenkircher v. Hayes
90% Statistic
Rule 11
Alaska Ban
The Waive Alternative

Most importantly, how does this information affect you? Well, now you have some idea of what plea bargaining is and the pros and the cons if you are ever found in a criminal court. Also, you have an idea of the alternatives to plea bargaining and some suggestions for changes that you can influence by being a voice.

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Two Man CongressBy William and Chad