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Definition of plea in discharge

A plea in discharge is a formal response made by an accused person in court to a criminal charge. The accused can respond with "guilty," "not guilty," or "no contest."

Examples of other types of pleas include:

  • Guilty plea: An accused person admits in court to having committed the charged offense.
  • No-contest plea: A plea by which the defendant does not contest or admit guilt.
  • Not-guilty plea: An accused person formally denies in court having committed the charged offense.

These examples illustrate how an accused person can respond to a criminal charge in court. The plea in discharge is an important part of the criminal justice system and helps to determine the outcome of a case.

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Simple Definition

A plea is when someone accused of a crime says if they are guilty or not guilty. They can also say they don't contest the charge. If they say they are guilty, it's like being found guilty after a trial. Sometimes, the accused and the prosecutor make a deal called a plea bargain. There are different types of pleas, like a blind plea where there is no promise of a deal, or a conditional plea where the accused can appeal some decisions. In civil cases, a plea is a response to a complaint. Sometimes, a plea can be used to delay or stop a case, but it doesn't argue against the main claim.
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