it's stupid is what it is. Press charges? Based on what? There were no witnesses. Even if he conjures up one of his goons to lie for him, MC just as easily could get someone to give him an alibi. The only real risk is him releasing the video, but as he said then Erynn is as good as gone from his business. Also MC could do the same to him, should have done it already actually. This whole plot is stupid anyway, should have been dealt with already, it's taking way too long, but I guess that's soap operas for you