The authors, professionals active in the legal system, take into consideration the pros and cons of plea bargaining in criminal offenses. They give a brief review of the historical development of plea bargaining in the United States and contrasting views regarding it. They question whether, even though customary, it may at times be seen as unfair, infringing on the legal ethics of the justice system, and thus as unjust for the various players. They conclude by recognizing that in view of an overburdened legal system, plea bargaining is here to stay.
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