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Cases of Brady Violations and Prosecutorial Misconduct
Updated July 2, 2017
We have maintained a continuing interest in cases dealing withBradyviolations and prosecutorial misconduct. We have compiled a comprehensive, although not exhaustive, list of federal and Texas cases dealing with these issues that we would like to share with you. We have hyperlinked the cases (most through Google Scholar) for your convenience and possible research.
But equally important is that our readers review some of these cases to understand the egregious depths rogue prosecutors will stoop to “convict at any costs.” This is not our soap box. Prosecutorial misconduct, either through deliberateBradyviolations or the knowing use of perjured testimony or inflammatory arguments before a jury, is designed to deprive a defendant of a fair and impartial trial, and this unethical, even criminal, behavior must be understood by the general public. We hope this compilation of cases will assist you in that endeavor.
These cases also make good fodder for Federal “discovery letters” and state motions for discovery.
BRADY VIOLATIONS
U.S. SUPREME COURT
Brady v. Maryland (U.S. 1963) held that a prosecutor under the Fifth and Fourteenth amendments has a duty to disclose favorable evidence to defendants upon request, if the evidence is “material” to either guilt or punishment.
Giles v. Maryland (U.S. 1967): After having been convicted ofrape in a Maryland state court, defendants brought a post-conviction proceeding, alleging that the prosecution denied them due process of law by suppressing evidence favorable to them and by the knowing use of perjured testimony against them. The presiding judge in the post-conviction proceeding ordered a new trial on the ground that the petitioners’ evidence did not sustain the allegation of knowing use of perjured testimony by the prosecution, but did establish the suppression of evidence concerning the credibility of witnesses and the issue of consent, which constituted a denial of due process. This judgment was reversed by the Court of Appeals of Maryland on the ground that the evidence allegedly suppressed would not materially affect the determination of the petitioners’ guilt or the punishment to be imposed, and that the prosecution’s failure to disclose it was not so prejudicial as to warrant the granting of a new trial on the basis of the denial of due process. Supreme Court vacated the judgment of the Maryland Court of Appeals and remanded the case for further proceedings.
Gigliov. United States (U.S. 1972): Withheld promise of immunity to con-conspirator upon whose testimony the Government’s case depended required reversal of conviction because “evidence of any understanding or agreement as to a future prosecution would be relevant to [co-conspirator’s] credibility and the jury was entitled to know of it.”
United States v. Agurs (U.S. 1976): Prosecutor has a due process duty to disclose evidence about a victim’s criminal record,except(1) when the victim’s record was not requested by defense counsel and no inference of perjury by witness created; (2) if the trial court remains convinced of defendant’s guilt after the withheld evidence is reviewed in light of entire trial record; and (3) the trial judge’s firsthand appraisal of the record is thorough and reasonable.
United States v. Bagley (U.S. 1985): RefinedBradyby holding that a prosecutor’s duty to disclose material favorable evidence exists regardless of whether the defendant makes a specific request. The Court said “favorable evidence” is “material” if there is a reasonable probability that disclosure of the evidence would have produced a different outcome. A “reasonable probability” is “a probability sufficient to undermine confidence in the outcome.”
Kyles v. Whitley (U.S. 1995): Accused entitled to a new trial because of the prosecution’s failure to comply with the due process obligation to disclose material evidence favorable to the accused concerning his possible innocence of the crime because the net effect of the withheld raised a reasonable probability that the evidence’s disclosure to competent counsel would have produced a different result.
Even if the prosecutor was not personally aware of the evidence, the State is not relieved of its duty to disclose because “the State” includes, in addition to the prosecutor, other lawyers and employees in his office and members of law enforcement.
Strickler v. Greene (U.S. 1999): Held that aBradyviolation occurs when: (1) evidence is favorable to exculpation or impeachment; (2) the evidence is either willfully or inadvertently withheld by the prosecution; and (3) the withholding of the evidence is prejudicial to the defendant.
Cone v. Bell (U.S. 2009): Observed, without specifically holding, that a prosecutor’s pre-trial obligations to disclose favorable or impeaching evidence, either to guilt or punishment, “may arise more broadly under a prosecutor’s ethical or statutory obligations” than required by theBrady/Bagleypost-conviction “materiality” standard of review. The court distinguished the post-conviction setting where the reviewing court must make a constitutional determination of whether the withheld evidence is material to the prosecutor’s pre-trial broader ethical obligations to disclose, which requires a “prudent prosecutor [to] err on the side of transparency, resolving doubtful questions in favor of disclosure.”
District Attorney’s Office for the Third Judicial District v. Osborne (U.S. 2009): Prosecution’s duty to disclose applies only to evidence suppressed at trial, not evidence suppressed post-conviction.
Smith v. Cain (U.S. 2012): Impeachment evidence must be disclosed when other evidence is not h6 enough to support conviction.
Wearry v. Cain (U.S. 2016): The prosecution’s failure to disclose material evidence violated the death row inmate’s due process rights because the newly revealed evidence sufficed to undermine confidence in the inmate’s conviction because the only evidence directly tying the inmate to capital murder was a first witness’s dubious testimony, corroborated by the similarly suspect testimony of a second witness, and the first witness’s credibility, already impugned by his many inconsistent stories, would have been further diminished had the jury learned about the newly revealed evidence.
FIRST CIRCUIT COURT OF APPEALS
Mastracchio v. Vose: Bradyviolation because knowledge of witness payments or favors made by the Witness Protection team is discoverable.
United States v. Colon(1stCir. 2008): Police reports are favorable evidence when they contradict government witnesses.
Drumgold v. Callahan n(1stCir. 2013): Information about government providing “free housing” for prosecution witness is material because it “transformed his quality of life” and could be used for impeachment purposes.
SECOND CIRCUIT COURT OF APPEALS
United States v. Matthews (2ndCir. 1994): Rule 16 violation because the government attorney withheld a letter written by the defendant instead of disclosing it within a timely manner.
Leka v. Portuondo (2ndCir. 2001):Bradyviolation because off-duty policeman’s undisclosed observations would have contradicted testimony of other witnesses.
Disimone v. Phillips (2ndCir. 2006):Bradyviolation because exculpatory statement would have allowed the defense to investigate another party’s involvement.
United States v. Mchaffy (2ndCir. 2013): Government agency reports, although inadmissible, are material and subject to disclose because they may lead to admissible evidence.
THIRD CIRCUIT COURT OF APPEALS
United States v. Pelullo (3d Cir. 1997):Bradyviolation because an FBI agent’s undisclosed notes and FBI surveillance tapes could have been used to impeach government witness whose credibility was central to case.
Virgin Islands v. Fahie (3d Cir. 2005): Prosecutorial “bad faith” is “probative to materiality” as well as relevant to determining a remedy.
Wilson v. Beard (3d Cir. 2009): Witness’s mental health, past convictions, and prior payment as informant material and subject to disclosure because evidence could be used to impeach government’s three primary witnesses.
Dennis v. Sec’y, Pa. Dep’t of Corr. (3d Cir. 20150: Defendant entitled to habeas corpus relief under Brady because of suppressed witness’s receipt that corroborated defendant’s alibi, a police activity sheet memorializing that a witness had given a previous statement inconsistent with her trial testimony, and documents regarding a tip from an inmate.
FOURTH CIRCUIT COURT OF APPEALS
Spicer v. Roxbury (4thCir. 1999):Bradyviolation because prosecutors did not disclose witness’s prior inconsistent statement that he did not see the defendant.
Monroe v.Angelone (4th2003): That while someBradymaterial which comes to light post-trial may not constitute a violation because of redundancy, this does not “excuse [pre-trial] discovery obligations.”
Breakiron v. Horn (4thCir. 2011): Government failure to disclose impeachment evidence about murder vehicle is aBradyviolation.
FIFTH CIRCUIT COURT OF APPEALS
Guerra v. Johnson (5thCir. 1996):Bradyviolation for failure to disclose police intimidation of key witnesses and information regarding suspect seen carrying murder weapon minutes after shooting.
United States v. Sipe (5thCir. 2004):Bradyviolation because the cumulative effect of undisclosed statement, criminal history of witness, and benefit to testifying aliens undermined credibility of a key witness.
United States v. Miller (5thCir. 2008): Brady violation because undisclosed referral letter could have been used to impeach witness at trial.
Banks v. Thaler (5thCir. 2009): Transcripts of police interviews with government witnesses subject to disclosure because of impeachment value.
LaCaze v. Warden La. Corr. Inst. For Women (5thCir. 2011):Bradyviolation because prosecution withheld material concerning promise made to co-defendant.
SIXTH CIRCUIT COURT OF APPEALS
Schledwitz v. United States (6thCir. 1999):Bradyviolation because Government witness portrayed as neutral and disinterested expert had actually been investigating defendant for years.
Joseph v. Coyle (6thCir. 2006):Bradyviolation because witnesses’ undisclosed testimony transcripts, notes on witness interviews, and immunity agreement would have impeached prosecution’s crucial witness.
O’Hara v. Brigano (6thCir. 2007):Bradyviolation because undisclosed written statement by victim could have been used to impeach victim’s testimony.
Robinson v. Mills (6thCir. 2010): Failure to disclose paid confidential informant who had information about only witness who contradicted defendant’s self-defense defense.
SEVENTH CIRCUIT COURT OF APPEALS
United States v. Boyd (7thCir. 1995):Bradyviolation for failure to disclose drug use and dealing by Government witness and “continuous stream of unlawful favors” including phone privileges, presents, and special visits.
Crivens v. Roth (7thCir. 1999):Bradyviolation because failure to disclose crimes committed by Government witness isBradyeven when witness used aliases.
EIGHTH CIRCUIT COURT OF APPEALS
White v. Helling (8thCir. 1999) found aBradyviolation in a 27 year old murder case because the Government did not disclose that its chief eyewitness had originally identified someone else and identified the defendant only after several meetings with the police.
United States v. Barraza-Cazares (8thCir. 2006): Held that a co-defendant’s statement is exculpatory evidence because it is relevant to co-defendant’s role in the offense.
NINTH CIRCUIT COURT OF APPEALS
United States v. Strifler (9thCir. 1988):Bradyviolation when, after request by defendant, Government does not disclose information in probation file relevant to witness’s credibility on ground that it was privileged.
Singh v, Prunty (9thCir. 1998):Bradyviolation because of “favorable deal” given to a star witness and not disclosed.
United States v. Santiago f (9thCir. 1995):Bradyviolation because prosecutor had knowledge of and access to inmate files, including the defendant’s files held by Bureau of Prisons.
Phillips v. Ornoski (9thCir. 2012): Failure to disclose plea offer, although not accepted, to co-conspirator is aBradyviolation.
Gonzales v. Wong (9thCir. 2012): Prison psychological reports on prison informant provided new information upon which to impeach witness.
TENTH CIRCUIT OF APPEALS
Banks v. Reynolds (10thCir. 1995):Bradyviolation because prosecutors did not disclose another individual or individuals had been arrested for the same charge.
Gonzales v. McKune (10thCir. 2001): Forensic evidence relative to low sperm count in semen recovered from victim exculpatory because defendant did not have low sperm count.
Douglas v. Workman (10thCir. 2009): Failure to disclose deal struck between prosecution and sole witness linking defendant to murder constitutesBradyviolation.
ELEVENTH CIRCUIT COURT OF APPEALS
Jacobs v. Singletary (11thCir. 1992): Witness statements to a polygraph examiner which were contrary to witness’ trial testimony is exculpatory because the conflicting statements were relevant to defendant’s claim of innocence.
United States v. Ignasiak (11thCir. 2012): Failure to disclose payment to government’s expert witness and his excused criminal activity constituted impeachment evidence.
D.C. CIRCUIT OF APPEALS
United States v. Brooks (D.C. Cir. 1992): Brady violation if a specific request is made by defendant and Government does not search records of police officer/witnesses.
United States v. Cuffie (D.C. Cir. 1996):Bradyviolation because undisclosed evidence of witness’s prior perjury could have impeached witness, even though the witness had been impeached by a cocaine addiction, cooperation with prosecution, incentives to lie, and violation of oath as police officer.
United States v. Wilson (D.C. Cir. 2010): Failure to disclose internal investigation of police officer/witness impeachable evidence because it demonstrated incentive to cooperate with government.
TEXAS COURT OF CRIMINAL APPEALS
Ex parte Mowbray (Tex. Crim. App. 1996):Bradyviolation because prosecutors failed to disclose exculpatory expert report.
Ex parte Richardson (Tex. Crim. App. 2002): Prosecutor must disclose diary of officer on security detail for a State witness because diary revealed witness’s untrustworthiness, even though prosecutor testified he had never seen the diary.
Webb v. State (Tex. Crim. App. 2007): Prosecutor’s duty to disclose is a continuous one, at least through trial.
Leza v. State (Tex. Crim. App. 2011): Defendant attached two letters on direct appeal that his appellate counsel received from an assistant district attorney, apparently in relation to another case altogether. These letters informed appellate counsel that, since the defendant’s trial, a certain Bexar County deputy sheriff, not a witness at either phase of the defendant’s own trial, had been charged with aggravated perjury and abuse of official capacity. When the relevance of these charges to defendant’s circumstances was not immediately apparent to appellate counsel, she contacted the assistant district attorney for additional information, but none was provided. Appellate counsel now avers that she believes the letter was most likely sent to her by mistake, but in an abundance of caution she brings a claim that the State has violated the appellant’s due-process rights underBradyby suppressing evidence favorable to him at the time of his trial. Obviously, the letters upon which the defendant now relies are not any part of the appellate record in this case, and we could not predicate any appellate relief upon them even if they did establish aBradyviolation. We therefore overrule the defendant’s [Bradyclaim]—without prejudice, of course, to pursue anyBradyclaim that further investigation might turn up pursuant to his initial application for post-conviction writ of habeas corpus brought under Article 11.071 of the Code of Criminal Procedure.
Pena v. State (Tex. Crim. App. 2011):Bradyviolation because prosecution failed to disclose to defendant the audio portion of a videotape containing statements he made to the police.
PROSECUTORIAL MISCONDUCT
U.S. SUPREME COURT
Mooney v. Holohan (U.S. 1935): Misconduct through “knowing use” of perjured testimony to convict a criminal defendant in violation of “due process” of law. Acts and omissions by a prosecutor can violate “the fundamental conceptions of justice which lie at the base of our civil and political institutions.”
Berger v. United States (U.S. 1935): Prosecutor engaged in “misconduct” through his trial tactics by “misstating the facts in his cross-examination of witnesses; of putting into the mouths of such witnesses things which they had not said; of suggesting by his questions that statements had been made to him personally out of court in respect of which no proof was offered; of pretending to understand that a witness had said something which he had not said, and persistently cross-examining the witness upon that basis; of assuming prejudicial facts not in evidence; of bullying and arguing with witnesses; and, in general, of conducting himself in a thoroughly indecorous manner.”
Alcorta v. Texas(U.S. 1957): Due process violated by prosecution’s “passive” use of perjured testimony.
Napue v. Illinois (U.S. 1959): Held that “the failure of the prosecutor to correct the testimony of the witness which he knew to be false denied petitioner due process of law in violation of the Fourteenth Amendment.”
Massiah v. United States (U.S. 1964): A prosecutor may not elicit information from a defendant outside defense counsel’s presence.
Banks v. Dretke (U.S. 2004): Misconduct in capital murder case because prosecution withheld information that would have discredited two prosecution witnesses, including one who was a paid police informant and the other had coached by prosecution before testifying.
TEXAS COURT OF CRIMINAL APPEALS
Stein v. State (Tex. Crim. App. 1973): Misconduct warranting reversal of conviction when prosecution repeatedly violated trial court order not to make personal remarks about defendant or present arguments outside the evidence.
Boyde v. State(Tex. Crim. App. 1974): Misconduct when prosecution deliberately elicits testimony from witness about defendant’s guilt.
Dexter v. State (Tex. Crim. App. 1976): Misconduct when prosecution attempted to link defendant to “organized crime” by placing physical material not introduced into evidence marked “organized crime” before jury.
Ex Parte Adams (Tex. Crim. App. 1989): Misconduct warranting reversal of conviction because prosecution suppressed favorable evidence, knowingly used perjured testimony, and deceiving trial court during the defendant’s capital murder trial.
Duggan v. State (Tex. Crim. App. (1989): Misconduct and reversal of conviction required when prosecution fails to correct perjured testimony.
Ex parte Castellano (Tex. Crim. App. 1993): Misconduct and reversal of conviction required when perjured testimony by a police officer, although privately motivated, is utilized because such testimony is “imputable” to prosecution.
Cook v. State (Tex. Crim. App. 1996): Conviction reversed for prosecutorial misconduct based on withholding potentially favorable evidence and using misleading and false testimony by expert witness.
Ex Parte Davis (Tex. Crim. App. 1997): Conviction reversed for prosecutorial misconduct
TEXAS COURTS OF APPEALS
Rogers v. State (Tex. App.—Houston [1stDist.] 1987): Misconduct warranting reversal because prosecutor’s cross-examination of both defendant and defendant’s character witnesses was characterized by misconduct, including the assumption of inflammatory facts not in evidence, prejudicial remarks that expressed the prosecutor’s personal opinions, and improper bolstering. Even though defendant failed to preserve many of the errors by timely objection, the errors were so pervasive that appellant was denied a fundamentally fair and impartial trial. The prosecutor’s questions and side-bar comments only served the purpose of inflaming and prejudicing the jurors, and the record supported a finding that the prosecutor was not acting in good faith. The prejudicial effect of the prosecutor’s remarks would not have been removed by instructions to disregard. The prosecutor’s misconduct was so serious and pervasive that it undermined appellant’s right to due process of law.
Young v. State (Tex. App.—Dallas 1988): Misconduct because prosecutor in jury argument tied defendant for fictitious attempted offense against police officers, and, thus, prosecutor engaged in calculated misconduct to deprive the defendant of fair and impartial trial.
Ramirez v. State (Tex. App.—Austin 2002): Misconduct and reversal of conviction required because due process violated by prosecution’s knowing use of perjured testimony.
Hajjar v. State (Tex. App. – Houston [1stDist. 2004): Prosecutorial misconduct is an independent basis for objection that must be specifically urged to preserve error.
Jimenez v. State (Tex. App. – San Antonio 2009): Serious and continuing prosecutorial misconduct undermines reliability of fact-finding process demanding new trial.
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I had the opportunity to read an article that Mr. Floyd wrote and it was very interesting. I called him about the article and advice concerning a similar situation. He not only gave … More me excellent advice, he pointed out not just what I wanted to hear but what I needed to hear concerning my situation. The Good, The Bad and The ugly in a manner or speaking. He spoke with an open and honest heart with information to help me and not just to get a client.
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If you are in trouble and need a lawyer, contact the John T. Floyd law firm. Some of the best lawyers in Texas work there! Understanding and helpful lawyers and staff that will do all … More they can to help you 😊
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He gave me one of the most honest answers I have received in a very long time about any issue I was having with anything. Legal or not legal. I highly recommend giving him a call and … More will be referring him to friends and family if they have any issues in the future.Positive
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He took time out of his day to answer my legal questions and didn’t even charge me. I would definitely recommend him to you.
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Gave free consultation on getting gun rights back. He truly cares about gun rights and getting you the help you deserve. 100% worth a callPositive
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Very professional, great quality work, and very friendly and helpful. Overall, their service is phenomenal. I recommend Mr. Floyd to anyone.
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Mr. Floyd took the time to explain his experience with the law to me in layman's terms. Definitely give him a call.Positive
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He was honest , knowledgeable , and professional about what we talked about. Most lawyers are just about the money , but not john.Positive
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He was very truthful and honest with us very great man I would recommend him and we would use him again
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Very professional honest and works hard currently working my husband’s appeal I pray he does his best workPositive
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I contacted John T. Floyd Law firm and I was very satisfied with service extremely helpful and friendly thank you Mr. FloydPositive
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This law frim was informative,great response time ,and the attorney called back not some secretary or legal assistant thank u guys for all your help wish it was more like youPositive … More
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I would highly recommend Mr Floyd. He was very helpful and knowledge with a legal question I had.Positive
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Had the pleasure speaking with John Floyd on a personal matter, he was very responsive, nothing but exceptional, and he really cares about you with sincerity and most importantly knows … More what is he talking about! No games or bs, his approach to my situation even though I knew it was probably way smaller then what he normally takes on, he was extremely helpful and didn't care about the size of the matter like other attorneys do. He really looked out for my best interests. You can tell he has decades of experience doing what he does just by chatting with him. I would highly recommend him.
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Words can’t describe how grateful I am for working with John, he went above and beyond my expectation. I was wrongly accused and hired many lawyers before hiring John Floyd but they … More all disappointed me, I had lost hope until a friend of mine referred me to John. From the start he had my best interest in mind and gave helpful advice, he explained the process and guided me. He put more work and time than all my previous lawyers that cost me thousands of dollars. He was constantly communicating with court and defended me more than all lawyer i had hired before him. Don’t waste your time and money like I did, believe me when I say I hired countless lawyers before him and no one came close to John. I’m forever thankful for him for fighting for my innocence and getting my case dismissed. Thank you so much🙏🏼🙏🏼
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I called Mr Floyd and left a message, with in the hour I received a call back with much more information then I could have ever expected. Mr Floyd was very informative on every question … More I had for him. He seemed like he cared, instead of like most attorneys that you talk to that are just out for a quick buck. If you want someone that is going to shoot strait with you, and has your best interest in hand, this is you guy. This was the best experience that I have ever had with an lawyer.
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I can state with confidence that Mr. Floyd and his team are the most competent and professional lawyers one can hope for. My case was quite complex and I admit that as a law student … More I was not the most patient client. Mr. Floyd did a phenomenal job of managing the bench, prosecution and myself! The result was above expectation, and I will never hesitate to recommend this firm regardless of the caliber of the case at issue.
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It was a pleasure working with Mr. Floyd. I contacted him regarding a legal matter and he was extremely knowledgeable about the law, and responded in a timely manner. I appreciated … More the fact I did not feel rushed, and he made sure he thoroughly answered all questions I had. I would highly recommend him!Positive
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Spoke with John Floyd about a 45 year old criminal case I was involved in. I had very little information about the case and John helped me search what records were available and gave … More me guidance to find more information. He was very professional and took his time helping me. I may need to hire a lawyer on this case and Mr. Floyd will be the man.Thanks John.
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Very professional and straight forward. He's not going to waste your time or money. Very knowledgeable in a large range of possible matters one could face living in these days … More and times. If ever you need legal assistance, this is who I would suggest. Awesome!Positive
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I called about some legal questions I needed to get clarified and John was able to give me clarification and sound advice. I will definitely contact John for all future legal questions … More and issues.Thank you John!Positive
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Knows his stuff and well respected with DA and judges. I have referred him a couple times and every client has been satisfied
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John is beyond knowledgeable! If I decide to pursue my case any further I would only have him represent me.
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What a great attorney, this guy really took time out of his day to answer my questions and explain my case to me. Very grateful, thank you so muchPositive
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Absolutely a very professional lawyer. Very well read in the current law and more than willing to help if needed.
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Mr. John he’s a professional he knows what he’s doing and he’s patient they recommend Him stronglyPositive
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Great service, very knowledgable and happy to help with any questions I had
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Quick to action and helpful and knowledgeable with entertainment industry based issues!
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Responded on a holiday week. Very knowledgeable and reassuring.
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I want to thank John T. Floyd and all of his team. He is the best lawyer who cares aboutHis clients and fights really hard to get the best outcome. He is a fighter and he is awesome!!!I … More recommend if any one needs criminal defense , he is the BEST. We had a really serious caseAnd we are very thankful for the outcome. Thank you John!!!!! God bless you!!!!!!
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The attorneys at John T. Floyd Law Firm work diligently to achieve the best possible results for their clients. They are caring and knowledgeable professionals. Their expertise in the … More law and their experience as trial attorneys makes them the right choice as a defense attorney. I recommend this law firm highly.
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From beginning to end this firm handled my case like the top tier professionals they are. I would not trust ANYONE else with my legal needs after having less than stellar experiences … More with other teams. Thank you Floyd!!!
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I really felt like the team cared about my case and am super satisfied with the outcome. Would not recommend anyone else!
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These guys do amazing work and have phenomenal service! Hands down best in the Houston area!!
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John and Chris are true professionals! Love those guys like family!
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Mr. Floyd and his team are very knowledgeable, informative, and helpful.
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A team you can depend on to stand up and fight for you to prove the truth the whole truth!
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Mr. John T. Floyd represented me.I couldn't be happier with the outcome he managed to achieve on an VERY Important case that was dismissed the day of Trial. He is patient & … More very knowledgeable of the legal system. I HIGHLY recommend him to anyone in need of a lawyer!John, I am forever grateful & satisfied with the effort you put forth & all you did for me. Thank you isn't enough!God bless you & your family!
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The John T. Floyd Law Firm assisted me, and I can tell you that the attorney took the time to answer my questions, and I didn't feel rushed or dismissed as I have experienced in … More the past with attorneys. The attorney was very nice and extremely knowledgeable. Initial impressions and continued excellent customer service are big factors for me and as such I would highly recommend this firm.
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I thank you for your efforts to help Felons regain their Civil rights, and for the information on possession , I am A convicted Felon, no violent history. I am an expert shot, I am … More 76 yoa, and very concerned about the present lake of Security in our State and Country. God Bless and Prosper you in your efforts, Your friend, Sonny Bivens
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I really appreciated both Chris and John helping with my legal questions and concerns. Both are good guys and I would not hesitate to recommend them.
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Extremely helpful!!! Helping me understand the law.
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