Leave it to a LA County DA like Steve Cooley to take the politically correct course of action. It could be that they're trying to force a plea bargain on a lesser charge--some misdemeanor that will enable the DA's office to claim a conviction.
I noticed Morse's attorney is John Barnett, a lawyer active in the Orange County Bar and one who's made a name for himself defending cops on charges like these. John's one of the best lawyers around, and the only way I can think of to help is maybe start a defense fund to help John do the best job he can for Officer Morse.