Corrected entry: When Kaffey and Ross are having a beer discussing the case, Ross says, "I don't believe your clients belong in jail, but I don't get to make that decision". The thing is, as the prosecutor, he DOES get to make that decision. He has the authority to not only negotiate plea deals but also to drop charges altogether if he feels there isn't enough evidence to support them.
MovieFan612
17th Feb 2013
A Few Good Men (1992)
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Correction: First of all, Ross tried to offer a deal but Caffey rejected it. Secondly, Ross could not drop the charges because the evidence supported bringing the two Marines to a court martial. And third, Ross could make recommendations to the court regarding sentencing but does not have the final say. The judge does.
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Also, a military prosecutor in a court-martial has a lot less leeway in such matters than a civilian prosecutor would in civilian court.