If, dear reader, after reading Balko’s article, HERE, you think it can’t happen in North Carolina, may I remind you of the pseudo scandal involving the Duke LaCrosse team and the despicable prosecutorial misbehavior of Durham County District Attorney Mike Nifong.

But, on the flip side, there is THIS story from San Diego about a Federal prosecutor doing the right thing, even when it resulted in professional embarrassment.  And, I think, the judge should garner some strong criticism for his role as well.