The Principles of Justice in a Criminal Case (VCE SSCE Legal Studies): Quizzes
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What are plea negotiations also known as?
What are plea negotiations also known as?
Charge negotiations
What does 'without prejudice' mean in plea negotiations?
What does 'without prejudice' mean in plea negotiations?
Statements can't be used if talks fail
Which is an example of pleading guilty to a lesser charge?
Which is an example of pleading guilty to a lesser charge?
Culpable driving to dangerous driving
Who has the power to impose sentences in criminal cases?
Who has the power to impose sentences in criminal cases?
Only courts
What certainty do plea negotiations provide?
What certainty do plea negotiations provide?
A guilty verdict will be achieved
When may plea negotiations occur?
When may plea negotiations occur?
Only if in the public interest
What % of prosecutions were finalised as guilty pleas in Victoria 2021-22?
What % of prosecutions were finalised as guilty pleas in Victoria 2021-22?
77.6%
What role do victims have in plea negotiation decisions?
What role do victims have in plea negotiation decisions?
Consulted but don't have final say
How do plea negotiations reduce trauma?
How do plea negotiations reduce trauma?
Victims avoid reliving events in court
What weakness relates to prosecutors avoiding their obligation?
What weakness relates to prosecutors avoiding their obligation?
Avoiding proving guilt beyond doubt