A consent decree is similar to a nolo contendere plea.

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Both a consent decree and a nolo contendere plea involve a defendant not admitting guilt but agreeing to certain conditions or penalties. In a nolo contendere plea, the defendant pleads "no contest" to the charges and accepts a guilty verdict without formally admitting guilt. In a consent decree, the defendant agrees to comply with certain requirements or stop certain activities without admitting guilt or accepting liability.

A Consent Decree Is Similar to a Nolo Contendere Plea