If a defendant pleads __________, he or she admits criminal liability for the purpose of the immediate proceeding only.

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"Nolo contendere" is a legal term that means "I do not wish to contend." When a defendant pleads nolo contendere, they do not admit guilt but do accept the punishment as if they were guilty, effectively admitting criminal liability for the purpose of the immediate proceeding only, without admitting guilt for any other purpose.

If a Defendant Pleads __________, He or She Admits Criminal