Months after the Dallas Police Department decided not to proceed with any charges, Collin County Judge Angela Tucker has dismissed all civil claims against Dak Prescott related to the sexual assault allegations made against him. The case dates back to 2017, with serious accusations hanging over the Dallas Cowboys quarterback.
Initial Allegations and Legal Battles
The narrative began unraveling when the accuser demanded a staggering sum of $100 million from Prescott in exchange for not pursuing the matter legally. Despite the pressure, Prescott stood his ground and countered the allegation by filing both a civil lawsuit and a criminal report against the accuser. The accuser, undeterred by Prescott's legal actions, went ahead and filed a report with the Dallas Police Department in March, which reignited the controversy.
However, the legal tides began to shift when the accuser's attorney dropped the lawsuit in Dallas County in April, only to file a similar case in Collin County. The case catapulted to the forefront of public attention following these maneuvers but hit a major roadblock when the Dallas Police Department concluded there was insufficient evidence to support the allegations against Prescott. Levi G. McCathern, Prescott’s attorney, stated, "As we knew they would, they found nothing in their extensive exploration of the facts that would support a criminal prosecution."
Accusations of Extortion
As the drama unfolded, Prescott turned the tables by filing a civil lawsuit seeking over $1 million, citing extortion. McCathern did not mince words about their stance. "The original lies by [the accuser], her team, and their recent failed attempt to sue him civilly are all just a continuation of their extortion plot against Dak," he said. "To be clear, Mr. Prescott has never engaged in any nonconsensual, sexual conduct with anyone. Lies hurt. Especially, malicious lies. We will not allow the Defendant and her legal team to profit from this attempt to extort millions from Mr. Prescott."
Legal Proceedings and Future Implications
The legal skirmish continued with ebbs and flows, fast-forwarding to June when Judge Angela Tucker dismissed the accuser's claims in Collin County. Despite this, it appears that the accuser is not ready to bow out, as her move for a "non-suit without prejudice" leaves the door open to refile the case in Dallas County.
A letter from the accuser’s attorney in January suggested dropping criminal charges for a massive payout of $100 million, a proposal that did not sit well with Prescott and his legal team. On the contrary, Prescott's attorney expressed confidence in a fair resolution. "We are confident that at the end of law enforcement's investigation into the extortion case that they will find the accuser and her attorneys just as guilty as Dak is innocent," McCathern remarked. The saga is far from over, with a hearing scheduled for September to determine the necessity of further legal action against the accuser.
Prescott’s Response
Prescott, who is also a new father, has found a deep sense of empathy for genuine survivors of sexual assault. While maintaining his innocence, Prescott appreciated the gravity of false allegations on real victims. "These ploys distract from the trauma of legitimate sexual assault survivors and undermine the progress that our society has made in supporting them," said McCathern. The quarterback himself remains resolute. "I know the truth, I'm confident in what we filed, very confident in what we filed," Prescott affirmed, adding that the allegations had "nothing to do with" his conduct.
With Prescott entering the final season of his four-year, $160 million contract in 2024, the resolution of these legal battles could have significant implications both personally and professionally. The ongoing head-to-head lawsuits in civil court underscore a broader narrative of high-stakes legal drama that is as gripping as any game-winning play.
The litigation continues, and all eyes are on the upcoming September hearing, which may serve as a climactic moment in this drawn-out battle of allegations and defenses.