Frontline episode 'The Plea'
The PBS show 'Frontline' is airing a show this evening called 'The Plea' that investigates the practice of plea bargaining. Many people in this country are misled by popular courtroom drama shows into thinking that most criminal cases in this country are brought before a jury. This is not the case; 95 percent of all people convicted of felonies never reach a jury of their peers.
This practice of plea bargaining actually has a profound effect on justice in this country; many have argued that this causes defendents to admit guilt whether they are or not.
If you can, tune in!!!!

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