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A defendant who was charged for the crime of theft under $500 is found guilty. The judge orders that the thief pay a fine of $10,000. The defendant and her lawyer think this amount is extreme for the crime she committed. What would be the BEST plan of action for the defendant and her lawyer?

Sue the judge

File an appeal

Call a character witness

Request a fair trial

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Answer:

b file an appeal

Step-by-step explanation:

because requesting a fair trial isn't going to make the judge happy

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