A "NoContest" plea simply tells the court that you don't want to contest the charges. A plea of "No Contest", also known as "Nolo Contendere," simply means that you do not wish to contest the State's charge against you.A plea of "No Contest," also known as "Nolo Contendere," simply means that you do not wish to contest the State's charge against you. If you plead guilty or no contest, the judge will impose a sentence. If you plead not guilty, a trial date will be set.