[tptacek]

If it was that simple, would Lessig have said so after the case became moot?

I'm confused about this too.

[danielweber]

Either of "Aaron's lawyers were required to bill upfront" or "Aaron was not permitted to set up a legal defense fund" would be huge civil rights issues. A lot huger than the narrative of a out-of-control prosecutor out for Aaron's head.

Lessig really really needs to explain that sentence.