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Haven't told my parents about my decision yet...
1 week ago · 1
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I'm 23/f and have been charged with a felony crime that I did not commit. My parents had to hire me a lawyer since I couldn't afford to do so on my own. After weighing all my options with him, I've decided to accept a plea deal, despite being innocent.
If I insist on taking this to trial, it's gonna be a real crapshoot. We have no way of proving my innocence and the prosecution could very well convince the jury that I am in fact guilty as charged. By taking the deal, I'll only be sentenced to a year in prison. If I fight this and lose, I'm looking at spending more time away than that for sure.
I haven't told my parents about my decision yet. Right now I just want to be able to enjoy Thanksgiving with them as much as possible. I plan on breaking the news next week. I know they won't be happy. I mean, what kind of parent wants to see their kid in jail? But unfortunately, this is sadly the best option available to me. I just hope I can get them to see that.
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"the prosecution could very well convince the jury that I am in fact guilty as charged"
Is there any evidence that supports you committing the crime?
Judges and Juries weigh evidence, they don't just make determinations with their gut or based on who's lawyer talks the prettiest or most convincingly. If your lawyer is pushing you to a plea deal in a case where you'd likely win because there's no evidence, they are probably taking a bribe or working with the prosecution. Plea deals are the only way to bypass judgement from a judge or jury, and are only used by a defense when the evidence is stacked against them.
Talk with your parents before making a decision. They will always care more about you than your lawyer, and if you need your case reassigned they will help you.
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