Originally published at: https://www.clearancejobsblog.com/the-original-charge-for-an-arrest-is-relevant/
It is common practice for courts to allow individuals who are charged with a felony or serious misdemeanor offense to plea bargain down to a lesser offense just to keep the justice system moving and to avoid long drawn-out trials. For example, someone gets arrested for aggravated assault with intent to cause bodily injury (felony).…
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