Strauss-Kahn's passport is returned

Dominique Strauss-Kahn is now free to travel the world again after getting his passport back from New York City prosecutors. But it’s not clear when the former International Monetary Fund leader might put it to use.
 
A person familiar with the matter tells The Associated Press that Strauss-Kahn’s passport was returned to his lawyers Thursday.

The sexual assault case against him was dismissed Tuesday after prosecutors said they no longer considered his accuser reliable.
 
The person spoke on condition of anonymity.
 
Strauss-Kahn has said he “can’t wait to go back” to his native France but has other things to do first. One option could be a stay at his home in Washington.
 
His accuser, a hotel maid, is now pursuing her allegations in a lawsuit.