[RecallMoran]

In the domestic violence context, DAs sometimes go forward with cases even if a spouse refuses to go forward. They rely on other evidence. Of course, in this case there is no other evidence but Nifong is such a lunatic that may not matter. Hasn't mattered so far. FOr all we know, Precious has already decided not to go forward (like she has done every other time she has accused people of serious felonies) and Nifong is burying her until after the election.

And yes, you do have a right to confront your accuser which renders the decision to go forward moot and stupid.

[Howlin]

He can subpoena her.

That would be interesting, wouldn't it? He's just dumb enough to believe that if he subpoenas her it will look like he's forcing her to tell the truth on the stand.

[jennyd]

I realize about domestic violence cases, but there has never been a case where a rape allegation went on trial and accuser refused to testify.
I am sorry, but suggestion they need a trial just seems ludicrous to me.
They have to wait until spring 2007.
It's going to cost obscene amounts of money.
It's going to be an incredible ordeal on them and their families.
There is a chance they could be found guilty.
There is a very good chance it will be a hung jury.
Innocent people should not go on trial to prove their innocence.
They can sue civilly, they can write books, whatever. But criminal trial-please.