Cardoza didn't just walk in off the street--he's been practicing law for over 40 years and knows his stuff.
I asked him about Ray McDonald, the 49ers lineman, who was arrested recently but has yet to be charged.
Cardoza told me directly that McDonald would be charged even though there's a perception from some, rightly or wrongly, that the Santa Clara County DA's office is thought to be lenient.
"The real question, will he be charged because there is enough evidence or because of the national spotlight on domestic violence despite lack of evidence", says Cardoza.
So, I asked him further, Will the Ray Rice case have an impact on the DA's decision? "Absolutely, it will--expect to see him, (McDonald), in a criminal court."
Cardoza's prediction is significant only because there's been a noticeable lack of news regarding McDonald's legal status. The DA, I assume, when it gets the case, will interview witnesses and, presumably, talk to police and examine the evidence.
We'll know soon enough.
Updated/Edited: 5: 29 AM 9-13-14
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Cardoza's prediction is significant only because there's been a noticeable lack of news regarding McDonald's legal status. The DA, I assume, when it gets the case, will interview witnesses and, presumably, talk to police and examine the evidence.
We'll know soon enough.
Updated/Edited: 5: 29 AM 9-13-14
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