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Message: [QUOTE="WASSHHH, post: 3064423, member: 9424"] I was thinking something along these lines today as well. The whole ‘early guilty plea’ for a reduced sentence really does fly in the face of the notion of being innocent until proven guilty - indeed, it’s pretty much the opposite. It just encourages players not to defend themselves. I also understand it’s the same as a plea bargain, but I’d love to know the statistics on how many players actually contest their charge - I am expecting it would be a very low number. That pretty much tells me the belief among the clubs is that the outcome is a fait accompli, so why bother? From my understanding too, you have to prove your innocence at the NRL judiciary, rather than it being the responsibility of those representing the NRL to prove your guilt (I could be wrong, so if I am, I would appreciate someone correcting me). Regardless, the main thing to note is it is an absolute crock. Must be like watching a circus at the MRC / judiciary. [/QUOTE]

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