Explain the accused's constitutional rights during plea bargaining

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The Sixth Amendment right to counsel applies during plea bargaining because charges have already been filed before bargaining commences. The Sixth Amendment also requires that defense counsel be effective during the plea negotiation process. This means that the defense attorney must, at a minimum, investigate the case so as to make an informed decision with regard to what sentences and charges are offered by the prosecution. To be effective, counsel must also ensure that his or her client understands the consequences of the plea-bargaining process.

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What will be an ideal response?

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