A Tennessee Negotiated Plea Agreement is an agreement between the defendant and the prosecution in a criminal case where the defendant agrees to plead guilty in exchange for a reduced sentence or other benefits. This type of plea agreement is common in the state of Tennessee and can be used for a variety of criminal cases. Under a Tennessee Negotiated Plea Agreement, the defendant agrees to plead guilty to the charges in exchange for a reduced sentence, dismissal of certain charges, or other considerations such as an agreement to testify in a separate case. The prosecution may also offer to recommend a particular sentence or sentencing range to the court, which the court may or may not accept. There are several types of Tennessee Negotiated Plea Agreement, including: • Plea Bargaining: This is when the defendant agrees to plead guilty to a lesser charge in exchange for a reduced sentence. • Alford Plea: This is where the defendant pleads guilty to a less serious charge while maintaining their innocence and admitting that the prosecution has sufficient evidence to convict them on the original charge. • Deferred Sentencing: This is where the defendant pleads guilty and agrees to complete certain conditions set forth by the prosecution, such as completing a rehabilitation program or community service, before the sentence is imposed. Sololo Contendere: This is where the defendant does not admit guilt, but agrees to accept the sentence imposed by the court.