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Woody Thompson

Jul 16, 2018

Defense in bribery trial wants jurors grilled about notes

The admission by a juror in the Corporation Commission bribery trial that she made some notes at home and brought them to deliberations could lead to a new trial even after all the testimony has been heard.

Former utility regulator Gary Pierce rushes past reporters last year following his initial court appearance. (Capitol Media Services photo by Howard Fischer)
Jun 29, 2018

Trial ends with defendants’ claim work was lawful, not bribery

Arizona’s most significant public corruption case since the 1988 impeachment of Gov. Evan Mecham has come down to this: Four defendants. Fourteen days of testimony. Nearly four dozen witnesses.

Jun 28, 2018

Jury hears closing arguments in bribery trial

The so-called “Ghost Lobby” trial was the summer blockbuster no juror bought a ticket to see.

Bob Burns explains why he was the lone vote against selecting Tom Forese as new chairman of the Arizona Corporation Commission (Capitol Media Services photo by Howard Fischer)
Jun 22, 2018

Judge’s decision in bribery trial opens door on larger probe

Gayle Burns will be allowed to testify in the so-called “Ghost Lobby” trial after U.S. District Court Judge John Tuchi determined the defense had opened the door to her testimony.

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