Do you encourage your client to plea bargain

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You're a public defender assigned to represent a defendant who is charged with 15 counts of animal cruelty involving the sacrificing of cats. The defendant claims the sacrifices were part of his religious practices and that he is not guilty of anything illegal. He cites his constitutional right to freedom of religion. Professionally, you have an obligation to provide appropriate representation for your client. Personally, you're an animal lover and have three dogs. You're familiar with the judge presiding over this case. She also loves animals. The prosecuting attorney in this case is a member of the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals. Do you encourage your client to plea bargain, request a bench trial, or take his chances with a jury trial?

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