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Meanings of nolle pros in English

Drop prosecution of by entering a nolle prosequi in the court records.

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Examples for "nolle prosequi"
Examples for "nolle prosequi"
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Yesterday, the State entered a nolle prosequi in respect of the murders.
The Irish Times
2
The prosecution entered a nolle prosequi on three other sexual assault charges.
The Irish Times
3
The State entered a nolle prosequi in respect of a more serious charge.
The Irish Times
4
They began their action today by submitting a nolle prosequi certificate to the NPA.
The South African
5
The State entered a nolle prosequi on four other counts.
The Irish Times
Usage of nolle pros in English
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That is to say, he gave Saint Paul a " nolle pros."
Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great Philosophers, Volume 8