avoid jail

Examples (10)

• She avoided jail by pleading insanity.
• The defense lawyer's strategy helped his client avoid jail time.
• He made a deal with prosecutors to avoid jail in exchange for information.
• Many non-violent offenders are now given community service to avoid jail sentences.
• With a good lawyer, there's a chance he might avoid jail altogether.
• Paying the fine was his last hope to avoid jail after the conviction.
• The judge often allows first-time offenders to avoid jail if they show remorse.
• To avoid jail, she agreed to testify against her accomplices.
• He changed his plea to guilty in a desperate attempt to avoid jail and get a lighter sentence.
• Youth programs aim to help at-risk teens avoid jail and lead productive lives.