The crossword solution for the term 'NO CONTEST, FOR EXAMPLE' is PLEA. A PLEA is a formal statement made by an accused person in a criminal court, in which they admit guilt or deny the charges against them. It is usually made in response to a charge or indictment and is part of the legal process. A PLEA of no contest is when the accused does not admit guilt but does not dispute the charges either. This PLEA is often used when the accused does not want to risk a guilty verdict or a harsher sentence.