Undocumented immigrant charged with drug smuggling

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A lawyer representing an undocumented immigrant charged with drug smuggling. You believe that he has been set up by the police. The prosecutor offered your client a plea deal with a punishment of 2 years in prison instead of the normal 10 years for the amount he was accused of smuggling if convicted by a jury.

What advise does the client to take the deal or insist on going to trial?

How do prosecutorial and defense attorney use of discretion may influence the decision?

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