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Rarenolle prosequi
The correct spelling is nolle prosequi.
How to pronounce nolle prosequi
noun
IPA: /ˌnɒlɪ ˈpɹɒsɪkwaɪ/
Say it like: Nol-le -pro-sek-wi
The correct spelling is nolle prosequi. A declaration from the attorney general ending a criminal prosecution.
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Meanings
noun
- 1.A declaration from the attorney general ending a criminal prosecution.
- 2.A proceeding or declaration by which a plaintiff or prosecutor ends a legal suit.
- 3.A refusal, a denial, a rejection.
verb
- 1.(somewhat informal) To issue a nolle prosequi.
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