Crime & Justice

The Absurd Legal Saga That Freed Bill Cosby—and Could Enable Abusers

NOW AND FOREVER?

Experts said the the Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruling might have ripple effects across the country.

Pilar Melendez
Pilar Melendez 

Senior National Reporter

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Pilar Melendez

Pilar Melendez

Senior National Reporter

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