Sheffield v. Texas

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• explaining that motions for a new trial based on juror misconduct, because they are a form of new trial motion based on newly discovered evidence, must be supported by proof that the misconduct was not discovered until after the verdict was returned
• finding waiver without 8 reaching merits of juror bias claim
• “The district court denied de la Fuente’s two motions for new trial on the ground that the evidence against de la Fuente was so overwhelming that the introduction of extrinsic evidence could not have been prejudicial. We agree.”

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