Runnels v. Texas
This case involves a death row inmate's claim that his due process rights were violated when prosecutors used false expert testimony to secure his death sentence, even if the prosecutors were unaware the testimony was false at the time.
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What's this case about?
Whether it is a due process violation when the prosecution uses false expert testimony to obtain a death sentence, regardless of whether the prosecution knows of the falsity.
What are the basics?
This case involves a death row inmate's claim that his due process rights were violated when prosecutors used false expert testimony to secure his death sentence, even if the prosecutors were unaware the testimony was false at the time.
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Page data last refreshed Mar 8, 2026.
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