Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nolo
Legal term
noh-loh
Definition
Nolo, short for ‘nolo contendere’, is a legal term used in court that means ‘I do not wish to contend’.
Examples
- After considering his options, he decided to enter a nolo plea in order to avoid a lengthy trial.
- By pleading nolo, she hoped to mitigate any potential civil liabilities arising from the case.
Meaning
It is a plea used by a defendant in a criminal case to accept conviction without admitting guilt. This allows the defendant to avoid the consequences of a guilty plea while still accepting the judgment of the court.
Synonyms
- Nolo contendere
- No contest
