Which of the following is true of plea bargaining?

a. It is legally binding.
b. It is involved in only a negligible number of convictions for criminal offenses.
c. It places due process of law above local politics and community norms.
d. It results in the dropping of some charges or the granting of a more lenient sentence.


Answer: d

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