Change of plea

**Change of plea**

A “Change of plea” refers to the legal process in which a defendant alters their original plea in a court case, typically switching from “not guilty” to “guilty” or “no contest.” This procedural action can have significant implications for the course of a trial, sentencing, and plea bargaining. In the context of legal discussions, criminal defense strategies, or court proceedings, this tag helps categorize content related to how and why defendants may decide to change their pleas during the judicial process.