Could Graham Platner face legal trouble over his former girlfriend’s sexual assault allegation?

There is no known criminal investigation into the former Maine Senate candidate, but experts told NBC News what a potential case could look like.

Graham Platner officially exited the race for U.S. Senate in Maine last week after a sexual assault allegation against him emerged. But even though Platner’s campaign is over, the accusation has raised questions about whether he could face legal issues.

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