Problem
A public defender approaches a prosecutor and makes a plea offer for two of his clients (defendant A and defendant B) by stating the following. "We both know that Defendant A is almost definitely going to prison. Defendant B has a good shot of an acquittal. If you give me a fair deal on Defendant B, I will convince Defendant A that he has no chance for an acquittal and convince him to accept your deal."
• If you were the prosecutor, would you accept the public defender's offer? Why or why not? If not, would you take any further steps? and
• Based on the facts presented in this scenario, do you feel both attorneys acted in an ethical manner? Justify your position for each attorney.