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What is the difference between a “No Contest” and a “Guilty” plea?

April 26, 2017difference guilty plea

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What is the difference between a “No Contest” and a “Guilty” plea?

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For our court, a criminal court, there is no difference between the two pleas. By law you will be found guilty and receive a fine of some amount. The only difference is that a no contest plea cannot be used against you in a civil court. Also, a no contest plea is felt to be by some people a statement that they are not saying they are guilty but they are not going to contest the case.