Free Republic

A trial for a former New Orleans priest accused of molesting children will not move forward Tuesday after the judge in the case recused himself. Judge Ben Willard announced in court that the trial against Lawrence Hecker would not move forward and recused himself. Willard cited disrespect from the Orleans Parish District Attorney's Office as his reason for recusal. The Clerk of Court moved the case to Section G of the court to oversee the remainder of the proceedings. Orleans Parish District Attorney Jason Williams voiced his frustration with the delay and decision by Judge Willard, but said his feelings...