U.S. v. Levenite, No. 00-4197 (4th Cir.) (277 F.3d 454) (January 10, 2002) (Judge Paul V. Niemeyer)
This case is a harsh reminder of the heavy burdens of proving that contingent fees paid to a Government witness affect a defendant's right to a fair trial, as the Court reviewed the procedural safeguards which protect against the dangers of such testimony.
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