Jennifer J. asked

⚖️  Law

If a defendant had an agreement with the district attorney's office, can a judge overturn it? I gave a no contest plea to a stalking charge. The DA's office accepted it, but when heard before the judge he turned it down and gave a sentence that was the one agreed upon.

June 24th, 2024

Dustin R. answered

Yes, a judge can overturn an agreement between a defendant and the district attorney's office. Even ...

June 24th, 2024

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