Episode 99: Racehorse Haynes

There is nothing Richard “Racehorse” Haynes of Houston, Texas wouldn’t do to win a case. He’s widely considered to be one of the most exceptional criminal defense attorneys America has ever seen. He was notorious for pulling stunts in the courtroom. We speak with his son, Slade Haynes, and attorneys Charla Aldous and Chris Tritico about how Racehorse Haynes changed how they approach a jury.

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