A plea of nolo contendere is an admission of guilt, but cannot be used against the defendant in a civil action.

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A plea of nolo contendere, or no contest, means the defendant does not contest the charge. While it is not an admission of guilt, it can be used against the defendant in a civil action related to the same facts as the criminal case.

A Plea of Nolo Contendere Is an Admission of Guilt