Why would a defendant plead guilty to a crime and not invoke his or her right to a criminal trial?

A. The defendant could receive a reduction in sentence.
B. The defendant could receive a conviction for a misdemeanor and not a felony.
C. The defendant could receive a reduction of charges.
D. All of these are correct.


Answer: D

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