Attorneys for WNBA player Rickea Jackson filed a court notice Tuesday in Miami-Dade County stating she is “willing to testify” against Atlanta Falcons player James Pearce Jr. if the domestic violence charges against him proceed to trial, according to Marc Raimondi of ESPN.
The legal document confirms Jackson’s cooperation with the prosecution as the case against Pearce Jr. moves forward. The notice serves as a significant procedural step in the litigation surrounding the domestic violence allegations involving the NFL player.
Jackson, a prominent figure in the WNBA, signaled through her legal representation that she is prepared to provide testimony regarding the incident if the matter is not resolved before reaching a jury. Pearce Jr., currently a member of the Atlanta Falcons, faces these charges in Miami-Dade County following an incident that led to the current legal proceedings.
The filing of this notice ensures that the prosecution has a recorded commitment of testimony from Jackson should the case reach the trial phase. No further details regarding the specific nature of the testimony or the timeline for a potential trial have been released at this time.
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