Chris Leak accuser decides not to press charges

Steven J. Gaither

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It appears former Florida quarterback Chris Leak won't face charges related to sexual misconduct. 

The 16-year-old girl who accused Leak of inappropriate contact with her at Edgewater High School has chosen not to file charges, according to the Orlando Sentinel

The 31-year-old Leak was coaching at the Orlando school, but resigned to defend himself, according to his attorney Tim Jansen.

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"Chris Leak loves his players and for the best interest of the team, he didn't want this to be a distraction from an already tough season," Jansen said.

The student and her guardian decided not to pursue charges last week after the alleged incident — which she said occurred in September — was reported earlier this month. She told authorities Leak had asked her for a post-shower massage.

Leak was "relieved, but not surprised" that the charges were dropped, according to his attorney. 

Steven J. Gaither