The case against Michelle Mayer accused of letting men sexually assault two children in exchange for drugs and money has been dropped.
“The state has moved to dismiss this case in its entirety. I've granted that request so the case is dismissed,” said Judge Michael Schumacher.
Before the trial was set begin on Tuesday morning the alleged victim admitted to using marijuana the night before. The defense questioned if she was sober enough to proceed but the judge ruled the alleged victim was competent enough to testify.
When the alleged victim took the stand she only answered a few questions before asking to take a break.
The alleged victim then didn't return to the courtroom, at which point the state made the motion to dismiss the trial with prejudice, meaning the charges can't be brought forth again.
Assistant district attorney Crystal Jensen said, “Given the fact that if we're doing more harm to her than good by forcing her to proceed then I don't know what we're accomplishing. It's been one of the more difficult decisions I've made as a prosecutor.”
The The defense agreed to the case dismissal, all charges were dropped and Mayer has been released from all bond conditions.
Defense attorney Matthew Krische said, “I think it's a bit of shock, tears, joy that she can be reunited with the rest of her family and friends. Joy that she can get out of custody now.”
Krische says the outcome wasn't necessarily expected but that it is a great relief to Mayer.
He added, “I think healing can start now I think this is the right decision to move forward for both of them.”