Sentence examples for a lesser charge from inspiring English sources

Mr. Scott was convicted on a lesser charge of assault.

He pleaded guilty to a lesser charge of drug possession.

Terry could also face a lesser charge, alongside Ferdinand.

Mr. Pasciak pleaded guilty to attempted burglary, a lesser charge.

He was also acquitted of manslaughter, a lesser charge.

(Earlier this week, Toussaint pled guilty to a lesser charge).

Mr. Sandy also faced a lesser charge of aggravated battery.

He pleaded guilty to a lesser charge of attempted burglary.

He later pleaded no contest to a lesser charge.

(He later pleaded to a lesser charge and paid a fine).

It is common for defense lawyers to ask that a lesser charge be included.