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In legal slang, what does it mean to "cop a plea"?
Correct Incorrect To "cop a plea" means a person agrees to plead guilty to a lesser crime so they can get a reduced punishment. It’s a common way to avoid going to trial, though it can be debated because some people might take the deal even if they’re not guilty.