Reply to post: Re: "Jaquez remains an authorized Uber driver to the present time."

Toxic Uber sued after driver allegedly tried to rape passenger in car

Ian Michael Gumby
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Re: "Jaquez remains an authorized Uber driver to the present time."

"Why the actual hell is that guy not in jail? Sexual Assault is a serious crime, so what is wrong with Minnesota that a rapist can just go free like that?"

Because this is a civil case and not a criminal one. There is most likely a criminal complaint against the guy, however this is a civil case where the victim is suing Uber for damages.

If Uber can't get the case dismissed, they will settle out of court. Even if they had a jury trial and were found negligent but only awarded $1.00, it would set a precedence.

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