By pleading __________, the conviction from criminal courts cannot be used against the defendant in other proceedings, especially civil actions.

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By pleading nolo contendere (also known as "no contest"), the defendant is not admitting guilt but is also not disputing the charges. This plea may be accepted by the court and the defendant will be sentenced without a formal admission of guilt. Importantly, this plea cannot be used as evidence against the defendant in any subsequent civil proceedings, unlike a guilty plea.

By Pleading __________, the Conviction from Criminal Courts Cannot Be