“nolo contendere orno contest”
This page presents an official legal definition of “nolo contendere orno contest” from a government source. Additional definitions will be added as jurisdictions publish them.
United States
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Also known a simply "nolo". The Latin phrase meaning "I do not wish to contest." Synonymous with guilty. However, a plea of "nolo contendere" to a misdemeanor cannot be used as evidence of liability in a civil suit, while a "nolo" plea to a felony can be used against the defendant as evidence of liability in a civil suit. Approval of the court is required to enter this plea.
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