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Alford Plea in Kentucky: Definition, Rules, and Practical Effects

An Alford plea in Kentucky allows a defendant to plead guilty while maintaining innocence. Under Kentucky law, this means the court accepts the plea but treats it as a guilty pl...

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What a Broken Plea Means in Criminal Cases

A broken plea occurs when a defendant fails to fulfill conditions of a negotiated plea agreement, such as not appearing in court, not completing required terms, or entering new...

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