“Conflicting evidence and statements exist in this case, making the original allegation difficult to prove beyond a reasonable doubt,” Ms. LaBorde’s statement said, according to The Star-Telegram. I believe that is best accomplished when there is a consequence rather than an acquittal. Jim Dunnam, a lawyer representing the woman in her lawsuit, said he did not believe that would hurt her civil claims against Mr. Anderson and the fraternity. Because the adjudication of Mr. Anderson’s case was deferred, his plea will never show up on his record if he successfully completes probation. The newspaper said Mr. Anderson was expelled from Baylor after a university investigation, but that he is expected to graduate soon from the University of Texas at Dallas, and that he works for a real estate development company there.

Source: New York Times December 11, 2018 18:20 UTC