Santobello v. New York

Santobello v. New York is a 1971 U.S. Supreme Court case that addressed the importance of plea agreements in the justice system. Anthony Santobello pleaded guilty under the promise that the prosecution would recommend a lighter sentence. However, a different prosecutor recommended the maximum sentence instead. The Supreme Court ruled that the plea agreement must be honored, emphasizing the significance of fairness and the need for the justice system to uphold its commitments. This case reinforced the principle that plea deals are binding and protect the rights of defendants during the legal process.