- Oct 20, 2022
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I haven’t been following this specific case but applying what limited US law I know - it is indeed the case as @Seagull58 says, turning state evidence is a common component of plea bargaining. Most criminal convictions are guilty pleas by the defendant in the US …usually to avoid humiliation/expenses of going to trial - A guilty plea bargain can avoid jail time especially if you have something of substance that can help the prosecution’s case against others:No it isn't. The difference is between a plea deal and becoming states evidence. Is that clear enough for you?
Powell‘s plea bargain includes her having to tell the truth in testimony against those being investigated in relation to the Trump charges - ie turn state’s evidence
“ As part of her sentence, she also agreed to provide a written letter of apology to the people of Georgia and give "truthful testimony" at any future hearings and trials relating to other defendants.”
The prosecution must think she has something valuable to offer up if she tells the truth against Trump and others - a no-jail plea wouldn’t be given unless that person’s got something worth saying that will help the case against the others