ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY: Was this a verdict worked out between the D.A.
DONALD ETRA:The plea agreement was worked out between the District Attorney and defense counsel, yes.
And is it something you are pleased with?
Was she planning to testify in compliance with the subpoena?
She was at court and she was ready and willing to testify.
As of this morning, our understanding was Rihanna would be called to the stand.
If they happen to be at the same industry function, then the 50 yards becomes 10 yards.
But the no-contact order still is in effect.
And is that permanent or does it have a time limit?
Will it be revisited?
Rihanna did not feel that a stay-away order was necessary in this case.
Is it your opinion and the opinion of Rihanna that the sentence is punitive enough?
Rihanna feels its a fair and just resolution to the case.
And does she have any desire to communicate with him outside of the bounds of the no-contact order?
Rihanna understands the terms of the protective order and of course will comply with those terms.
Is it your feeling that everyone is ready to move on or will there be further civil suits involved?
At this point, this terminates the criminal proceeding, in so far as a preliminary hearing or trial.
