chap 13 short answer

Question 1

What are the 3 main Constitutional Rights a
defendant gives up when he pleads guilty?

Answer 1

The Fifth Amendment right to remain silent
The Sixth Amendment right to a trial by jury
The Sixth Amendment right to confront witnesses against them

Question 2

Identify & Describe the three types of guilty plea bargaining

Answer 2

Charge Bargaining— bargaining for a reduction in either the number or severity of criminal charges
Sentence Bargaining: refers to a favorable
sentencing recommendation for the prosecutor
Fact bargaining— the prosecutor agrees not to challenge the defendant’s version of the facts or not to reveal aggravating facts to the judge

Question 3

List the 6 stages of a jury trial

Answer 3

Opening statements
Presentation of evidence
Closing arguments
Instructions to the jury
Jury deliberations
Verdict