B. Guaranteed guilt - A jury trial can be like rolling the dice. The major disadvantage of plea bargains is that a defendant will likely get a reduced charge and punishment. For example, a defendant may be charged with misdemeanor assault and the charge is plea bargained down to a violation, a lesser charge. Keep in mind that the prosecutor can make a plea bargain without the victim's consent in most cases. However, this does not mean that you do not hav options.
Orders of protection carry strict penalties if they are violated.
In New York State, violating an order of protection is a felony. Third party contact is when a person relays a message through someone else. For example, if you had an order of protection against your ex-spouse, then they could not tell a friend or relative to tell you something. An order of protection can be an effective deterrant in some cases. However, it's important to remember that a piece of paper won't stop a bullet or a knife.