Prior to reaching a plea agreement with defense counsel, a prosecuting attorney, prosecuting a violation of a city or village ordinance enacted in conformance with section 60-6,196 or 60-6,197, shall consult with or make a good faith effort to consult with the victim regarding the content of and reasons for such plea agreement.

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Terms Used In Nebraska Statutes 29-120

  • Attorney: shall mean attorney at law. See Nebraska Statutes 49-801
  • Plea: In a criminal case, the defendant's statement pleading "guilty" or "not guilty" in answer to the charges, a declaration made in open court.
  • Plea agreement: An arrangement between the prosecutor, the defense attorney, and the defendant in which the defendant agrees to plead guilty in exchange for special considerations. Source:
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