The art of the deal: Prosecutor says plea deals are difficult but necessary By J Swygart - jswygart@limanews.com Assistant Allen County Prosecuting Attorney Tony Miller said negotiating a plea deal to criminal cases is “not an exact science. … Sometimes you’ve got to make tough calls.” File photo LIMA — While perceived inequities in felony sentencing is a hot topic among people on social media platforms, the mention of the term “plea deal” typically turns up the heat even further. Allen County Assistant Prosecutor Tony Miller said plea negotiations are largely misunderstood but necessary part of the legal system.