What are some of the ways that a criminal defendant can avoid going to trial
Question 1
Many lawyers would argue that a court case is most often won or lost during pretrial procedures. What are some of the ways that a criminal defendant can avoid going to trial? Is this a good thing in a criminal court, since a “jury of peers” would then not get the opportunity to judge the guilt or innocence of a criminal defendant?
Question 2
Under what circumstances should a criminal defendant be granted bail? When might a criminal prosecutor wish to exercise discretion with allowing for bail? When might a judge refuse bail? What Constitutional amendment concerns bail and how is this amendment interpreted?
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