US woman resolves misdemeanor case opened after accusing priest of predatory behavior

Heather Jones of Alabama says two-year probation agreement leaves her free and clear' of legal matter

An Alabama woman has resolved a misdemeanor case that authorities opened against her within days of speaking out about a Roman Catholic priest whom she accused of predatory behavior.

Heather Jones had publicly recounted that she was 17 when the priest, Robert Bob" Sullivan, arranged to provide her financial support in exchange for companionship including sex - prompting him to resign from the clergy in November.