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Sheanon Williams’ legal troubles are on hold for the time being.

The Whitecaps fullback made a court appearance on Thursday when he was charged with assault in relation to a domestic dispute. Major League Soccer suspended him pending the outcome of both their own and police investigations, a move the team supported.

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On Monday, the charges were stayed by the Crown. Prosecutors won’t pursue the case at this time, but they have a year to re-file charges.

A publication ban has been imposed on the file as well.

“Further information was received after a charge was approved that lead to the conclusion that the charge assessment standard was no longer met,” a spokesperson for the B.C. Prosecution Service told The Canadian Press. “As a consequence the charge has been stayed.”

In a statement on Friday, the soccer club said they’re “a values based organization and we expect all members of the club to act in a manner that reflects our values both on and off the field. As the matter remains under investigation, we are unable to provide further comment at this time.”

— with files from The Canadian Press

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