What gives me such a bad feeling that Nifong may do this is that NC was the only state to have such a draconian law in the first place. The notion that lawmakers and judges of NC thought this was constitutional and a reasonable measure when the statute was tested suggests that the legacy of that thinking is still present there. Geez, they don't even have probable cause hearings before or afterr indictment there. Vendetta and harrassment seem to be a primitive mainstay in NC law which really does remind me of feudal law, so I can't help but think Nifong will choose this route. It also makes it easier for Mangum to be successful in any civil suits she brings if there's no actual acquittal by a jury.
Once the defense has all the discovery, I think they should consider having Reade file a civil suit against Mangum, especially if there is good indication of malfeasance on Nifong's part in bringing the case. It's probably the only way to tear Nifong's house down.