A Miami prosecutor has resigned after a judge found evidence of witness tampering.
According to Atlanta Black Star , the long-serving legal official allegedly gave inmates conjugal visits. In exchange, he received their testimony in a death penalty case.
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Michael Von Zamft has stepped down after a judge found proof state investigators incentivized witnesses for testimony in a case against a gang leader. The man was sentenced to death for a quadruple homicide two decades ago. Furthermore, Von Zamft allegedly offered many jailhouse informants special privileges in exchange for testimony to help his case.
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Witnesses stated they were routinely given private visits with their chosen sexual partners. In addition, they received cigarettes, food items, and beverages. Additionally, the judge discovered one witness who claimed they had a sentence reduced in exchange for additional testimony.