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Plea Negotiations in Criminal Cases

“Fighting aggressively” is not always the best way to get the right result. Smart defense strategy takes into consideration the facts and legal issues of the case, along with the individual client’s goals for the future and current circumstances. Sometimes a strong defense will mean include suppression motions and jury trial. Sometimes the best defense will involve a negotiated resolution.

A good attorney knows how to fight and what to fight, and also understands when alternate tactics are more appropriate. Contact us directly to see how the right defense team can make a difference for you.

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Negotiations Strategy in Utah

It is best to approach any negotiation from a position of strength. In a criminal case, that means having an experienced criminal defense attorney with a record of successfully fighting cases.

Achieving a position of strength for purposes of criminal plea negotiations also requires a thorough understanding of criminal procedure and case law, and how those laws apply to your particular case. To successfully engage in negotiations, an attorney has to understand both the strengths and weaknesses of the case, and the realistic chances of success given the facts and circumstances of the case. This kind of understanding requires time and experience to develop.

Successful plea negotiations also require an attorney who understands the art of diplomacy. The best negotiated resolutions are rarely achieved by being rude or overly aggressive. There is an art involved in a successful plea negotiation. The successful negotiator has to understand what his client needs from the prosecutor, and also what his client can offer the prosecutor. The successful negotiator is sometimes required to find creative ways to meet the needs of both sides, without compromising his clientโ€™s position or needs.

What if Negotiations Fail?

Negotiation efforts do not always result in an acceptable offer from the prosecuting attorney. No attorney can guarantee you a not guilty verdict at trial, as there are certain risks involved in every jury or bench trial. Your attorney can advise you on what to do. But ultimately you are the only one who can decide to accept an offer, or reject an offer and take the case to trial. As you make that decision, you deserve to have the best possible options to choose from.

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