what is no contest mean
Theyâll say, âWell, I pled no contest to shoplifting or DUI or reckless driving, so it shouldnât be on my record.â Thatâs just not true. No contest is simply a plea. It basically means that youâre not fighting the evidence that the Commonwealth has. Youâre saying yes, you can prove your case. Well, thatâs essentially very close to a guilty plea.