Suffolk County Criminal Defense Lawyer Jason Bassett Discusses When a Plea Deal Is Generally Offered
Dec 12, 2022
December 12, 2022 - /PressAdvantage/ - Suffolk County criminal defense lawyer Jason Bassett (https://jbassettlaw.com/when-does-the-prosecutor-generally-offer-a-plea-deal-in-a-criminal-case/) releases a new blog post discussing when a prosecutor offers a plea deal in New York. The lawyer mentions that a plea deal can be offered at any stage of a criminal case. The prosecutors will need to review the case first so that the plea bargain can be made later.
According to the Suffolk County criminal defense lawyer, "For a more basic matter, it should only take a little while for the prosecutor to review the case, get up to speed, and consider what they're going to offer."
The lawyer mentions that some believe that the prosecutor makes three offers. However, the prosecutor is not required to always make three offers. Sometimes, the prosecutor may make multiple offers. Other times they might stick to one offer.
Attorney Jason Bassett explains that the lawyer for the defendant must assess the possibility of conviction before deciding whether or not to accept the plea agreement. It is also important to consider the criminal history of the defendant, as older convictions could be used against him and can increase his sentence.
In the article, attorney Bassett says, “There is a phenomenon that’s been referred to as the “Trial Penalty” – it’s the idea that people are punished so much more severely after trial than what they would have received had they pled guilty that they are virtually coerced into pleading guilty.”
Additionally, criminal defense attorney Jason Bassett also explains that it is possible to incur a more severe punishment by going through a trial. A plea bargain usually offers a punishment that is lesser than the maximum penalty if the defendant chooses to go through a trial. The case of the prosecution must be studied carefully before the defendant makes a decision to accept the plea offer.
Lastly, the lawyer emphasizes the importance of having a skilled defense lawyer when facing criminal charges or if the prosecutor offers a plea deal. An experienced lawyer may be able to help the defendant understand their rights and review their case so that they can ensure they’re making the right decision of whether or not to accept the plea deal.
About Jason Bassett Criminal Attorney
Jason Bassett, Esq. has dedicated his practice to defending the rights of those who are accused of a crime. He puts his unique perspective as a former prosecutor to work and provides the best legal assistance he can give to his clients. Mr. Bassett brings a unique combination of skill, experience, and zealous advocacy to provide his clients with the best possible outcomes. Contact him today at (631) 259-6060 to schedule a consultation.
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