A judge in Santa Clara is going to take the next six days to decide whether or not Reuben Foster will face trial on a charge of felony domestic violence. A preliminary hearing was held on Thursday, and at the end of it Judge Nora Klippen told the parties she will announce her decision on Wednesday, May 23rd at 3:30 p.m.
The burden of proof to stand trial is probable cause, which is lower than the “beyond reasonable doubt” standard for guilt or innocence. It is not a simple task, but given the judge did not immediately rule Foster would stand trial, it would suggest she has some doubt in her mind for the time being.