Pleading no contest means you are not affirming guilt, but you do not want to go to trial. Pleading no contest means that a defendant does not admit guilt for the crime, but the court may determine sentencing.No Contest means the defendant does not contest (disagree with) the charge. A "no-contest" plea means you agree to accept a conviction, but not admitting to factual guilt. A "no contest" plea means to accept a conviction for the crime without admitting factual guilt. PLEA: This is where you plead "Guilty," "Not Guilty," or "Nolo Contendere" (No Contest). Your attorney can explain the differences to you.