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Law’s Michael Benza says Jed York’s plea deal could set precedent for future defendants

Media | October 02, 2026 | Story by: Editorial Staff

Did Jed York get special treatment in Ohio following his prostitution sting arrest?

San Francisco Chronicle: Mike Benza, professor of practice at the School of Law, said prosecutors have broad discretion in plea deals, but the favorable deal given to San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York after his Ohio prostitution-sting arrest could force prosecutors to offer similar terms to subsequent defendants.

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