BREAKING: Civil Lawsuit Against BYU QB Jake Retzlaff Dismissed by Mutual Request Amid Honor Code Fallout
In a dramatic legal twist, a civil lawsuit accusing BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff of sexual assault has been dismissed with prejudice, following a joint motion by both parties — effectively closing the case for good .
Filed in May by a woman identified as “Jane Doe A.G.,” the complaint alleged Retzlaff raped, strangled, and bit her during a November 2023 encounter at his apartment. Retzlaff’s legal team strongly denied the allegations, asserting consensual sex and labeling the lawsuit an extortion attempt .
A judge in Salt Lake City’s Third District Court accepted the dismissal order on June 30, marking a critical resolution: the case cannot be refiled .
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🏛️ Legal Closure, Cultural Fallout
Though the lawsuit has ended, Retzlaff faces significant consequences at BYU. The university, citing his admission of premarital sex — a violation of its strict Honor Code — plans to impose a seven-game suspension . Shortly after the dismissal, Retzlaff announced his intent to transfer, aiming to avoid missing most of BYU’s 2025 season .
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⚖️ Reputation on the Line
At 22, Retzlaff — a California native who led BYU to an 11–2 record and Alamo Bowl victory in 2024 — finds himself defending more than a field goal percentage . His attorneys argued that pursuing punitive damages amounted to extortion, pointing to a consensual relationship — even text exchanges into early 2024 — as evidence .
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🔮 What Comes Next
With the legal accusations behind him, attention turns to Retzlaff’s next steps in collegiate football. Reports suggest a major program desperately seeking an experienced QB is awaiting his transfer — possibly a Power Five contender ready to capitalize on his talent .
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🧭 Final Word
The civil lawsuit’s dismissal clears a major legal hurdle but leaves complex questions about honor, identity, and opportunity. As Retzlaff departs BYU, his reputation, legacy, and future will be shaped by how he navigates the transition — both on and off the field.
