The Officer Said Matthew Never Tried to Harm Him. Matthew Got Life.
Matthew Dorsey has spent 19 years in a Texas prison for aggravated assault of a public servant. The trooper involved testified under oath that Matthew never swerved, never crossed lanes, and never came close to his cruiser. No one was injured. No vehicle contact occurred.
The Facts Speak for Themselves
Trooper Robert Johnson’s own testimony, given under oath in the 114th Judicial District Court of Smith County, Texas, directly contradicts the basis for Matthew’s life sentence.
No Threat Posed
The trooper testified Matthew did NOT swerve, did NOT attempt to strike, and did NOT pose a threat to the officer or his vehicle.
Disproportionate Sentence
A LIFE sentence for aggravated assault where the alleged victim—the trooper—says no assault occurred. Murderers in Texas often receive less.
19 Years and Counting
Matthew has spent nearly two decades behind bars. His appeals were denied because his trial counsel failed to properly raise these critical issues.
The Officer’s Own Words
Page 178 of the official court transcript from the 114th Judicial District Court of Smith County, Texas. Trooper Robert Johnson’s testimony is clear: Matthew never swerved out of his lane to hit the officer, never crossed lanes, and never came close enough to his cruiser to cause harm.
Yet the judge still sentenced Matthew to life in prison for aggravated assault of a public servant. His defense attorney failed to properly highlight this exculpatory testimony.
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