71.   After the questioning, the Senate is set to vote on whether to dismiss the case, perhaps as early as Monday.

72.   Aguilar predicted that Morales would appeal if Vela dismisses the case.

73.   Also, in securities-fraud cases, if the defendant files a motion to dismiss the case, discovery is halted until the court rules on the motion.

74.   Alliance said today that a federal court in New York dismissed the case.

75.   Allstate filed a motion to dismiss the case on the grounds that ERISA preempts state laws in benefit disputes.

76.   But a federal judge ruled that the count was allowed under state law and dismissed the case.

77.   Browne said prosecutors told him they planned to dismiss the case.

78.   Bryant spent seven months in jail before a judge dismissed the case.

79.   But before senators get around to voting on each witness, Democrats plan to offer a motion to dismiss the case.