Phrasal verbs starting with "plead"

To negotiate a reduction in a criminal charge to a lesser offense, typically through a plea bargain.

To resolve a criminal case by entering a plea bargain rather than going to trial.

An archaic legal term meaning to respond to a charge by raising a new matter or demurrer rather than directly denying the facts.

To advocate or argue strongly for a higher value, compensation, or charge; the opposite direction of 'plead down.'