The Troubling Legacy of a Forensic Psychiatrist

This chapter examines the contentious career of a psychiatrist whose biased testimonies significantly influenced death penalty cases in Texas. It investigates the ethical ramifications of his claims, particularly in high-stakes cases like those of Galen Bradford and Jeffrey Wood. The discussion highlights the systemic flaws in the justice system surrounding expert testimonies and concludes with a reflection on the evolution of legal practices regarding capital punishment.