Lie, say that you are innocent.

You will not beg before these dogs, but you know that the number and severity of your crimes will certainly bring many humiliating and painful punishments. Maybe you will be able to plea bargain some of the charges down. Besides, a few of your crimes were committed for noble reasons.

You look at the judge and simply say, "Not guilty."

Bursts of laughter pepper the courtroom as the judge gavels the room silent.

"Hmft," the judge snorts and continues to read from the scroll.