plead out
The term "plead out" is often used in legal contexts to describe a defendant's decision to accept a plea bargain, usually resulting in a reduced sentence or charge.
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Definition
C1Criminal Law
(formal)To admit guilt to a lesser charge to avoid a trial for a more serious offense.
Example
- The defendant decided to plead out to avoid a lengthy trial.
- By pleading out, she received a lighter sentence than if she had gone to trial.
C1Criminal Law
(informal)To leave incarceration by accepting a plea deal.
Example
- He managed to plead out and was released from jail early.
Similar
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