Which of the Following Statements Is True of a Nolo

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of a nolo contendere plea?

• A) It excuses a defendant from jail sentence.
• B) It allows the prosecutors to bring forth a civil and a criminal suit against the defendant.
• C) It imposes the cost of the trial on the defendant.
• D) It avoids criminal convictions that may provide a basis for civil suits.
• E) It is referred to as a plea of absolute contest.

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