When a defendant refuses to plea, this is known as pleading guilty.

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When a defendant refuses to plea, it is not considered pleading guilty. Instead, the court may enter a plea of not guilty on their behalf, or in some jurisdictions, a plea of "nolo contendere" (no contest) may be entered, but refusing to plea is not the same as pleading guilty.

When a Defendant Refuses to Plea, This Is Known as Pleading