The prosecutor decided to enter a nolle prosequi, meaning they would not pursue the charges against the defendant.

"Nolle prosequi" is a legal term meaning the prosecution will not pursue the case.

In VA it is 2 yrs.

Nolle prosequi is a motion offered by the prosecution when they feel they do not have enough evidence to gain a conviction. Because this is not an acquittal, the state still has the right to retry at a future date.

"Nolle prosequi" is a Latin legal term meaning "to be unwilling to pursue." When a prosecutor decides to nolle prosequi a case, they are indicating that they no longer wish to pursue the charges against the defendant. This may happen for various reasons, such as lack of evidence or a change in circumstances.