status conference
Status conference is a meeting that occurs before trial where attorneys from opposing parties and sometimes a judge meet. The nature of a status conference often will depend on the type of case. A status conference in a criminal case will often consist of prosecution and defense attorneys exchanging evidence , but they sometimes may involve discussing plea bargains . In civil cases , status conferences can involve exchanging evidence, stipulating to certain terms, and starting negotiations on a settlement agreement . Sometimes a judge will attend a status conference to give their opinion on plea or settlement offers and setting timelines for other pre-trial matters.
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