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“It does not mean that we disbelieve or diminish a survivor’s account, but rather that the law requires evidence strong enough to remove every reasonable doubt for a jury,� Gill said in the statement.

In two lawsuits, women have accused Ballard of exploiting his position as founder of Operation Underground Railroad and their desire to help combat child trafficking to abuse them.

One lawsuit has been dismissed with an appeal pending, and another is still active, the .

Ballard has denied any wrongdoing and allegations in the lawsuits. Attorneys for Ballard could not immediately be reached for comment.

He resigned from Operation Underground Railroad amid the sexual assault allegations.