nolle prosequi
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(verb) declare that a legal case will not be prosecuted |
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Synonyms: nol. pros., nolle pros |
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Related Words: announce, declare |
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| 2. |
(noun) an entry in the court record to the effect that the plaintiff or prosecutor will not proceed |
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Synonyms: nol pros |
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Related Words: entry |
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