Which of the following describes a difference between how misdemeanor cases and felony cases move through the court system?
a. In misdemeanor cases, the defendant is only given legal representation during the plea bargaining stage.
b. In misdemeanor cases, defendants typically enter a plea during the initial appearance.
c. In felony cases, defendants will engage in plea bargaining before their initial appearance.
d. In felony cases, defendants are required to enter a plea during their initial appearance.