NEW CITY, N.Y. — The New York rape case against former pro football great Lawrence Taylor is moving forward without his imposing presence.
The Rockland County district attorney’s office says Taylor is not required or expected to attend Tuesday’s court conference.
The former NFL star is accused of paying $300 to have sex with a 16-year-old Bronx runaway in a Montebello hotel room. He has pleaded not guilty to charges of third-degree rape, patronizing a prostitute, sexual abuse and endangering a child.
Defense attorney Arthur Aidala said last month he expects to file motions challenging the girl’s identification of Taylor and other prosecution claims.
Last time he was in court, the 6-foot-3 Taylor joked about the number of media outlets covering him.