Nolle prosequi definition
Nolle prosequi means a formal entry on the record by the State that declares the State’s intention not to prosecute a charge.
Nolle prosequi means a declaration made to the judge by a prosecutor in a juvenile matter, either before or during trial, meaning the case against the juvenile is being dropped.
Nolle prosequi means to have a case dismissed. See BLACK’S LAW DICTIONARY (10th ed.) p. 1210.
Examples of Nolle prosequi in a sentence
Nolle prosequi is entered only in the discretion of the court, upon motion of the Commonwealth’s Attorney with good cause shown.