Plea Bargains on Trial: The 2012 Supreme Court Decisions That Reshaped Criminal Justice

By Philip Mosier

In a justice system where plea bargains dominate, Plea Bargains on Trial explores the seismic shift triggered by two 2012 Supreme Court rulings: Missouri v. Frye and Lafler v. Cooper. These landmark cases extended the right to effective counsel into the high-stakes world of plea negotiations, spotlighting a cornerstone of modern criminal law. Blending sharp legal analysis, rich historical context, and real-world insights, this book probes the tension between efficiency and fairness. It reveals how plea deals streamline justice but can also falter, leaving defendants vulnerable without skilled legal support. A vital read for anyone drawn to the law's complexities, Plea Bargains on Trial illuminates the unseen dynamics driving criminal justice today.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F5QQCR63
• ISBN13: 9798280808652
• Release Date: April 2025
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 137 Pages
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.3" x 6.0"