Probably because this was easier to prove and actually have a trial. It's trivial to show that he didn't seek permission before publish, and violating an NDA i

Probably because this was easier to prove and actually have a trial. It's trivial to show that he didn't seek permission before publish, and violating an NDA is a civil issue. Because trials in absentia are typically not allowed for felonies, I don't think anything can happen with the criminal charges against him until he's physically present.