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David Temple appears in court Monday

David Temple, who was found guilty twice in the 1999 death of his wife and unborn baby, appeared before a judge again Monday morning.

David Temple found guilty twice in wife’s murder and loses appeal

Twice found guilty of his wife’s 1999 murder, David Temple lost an appeal stemming from a mistrial declared during the punishment phase of his 2019 trial.

Judge denies David Temple’s request for third murder trial

HOUSTON – A judge on Wednesday denied a request by David Temple to be granted a third trial in connection with the murder of his wife two decades ago. The mistrial of the sentencing phase means a new jury will have to be assembled to consider Temple’s sentence. The second trial was ordered after an appeals court overturned Temple’s original 2007 murder conviction on the grounds of prosecutorial misconduct. Temple’s attorneys filed a motion last week asking the judge to toss out the second conviction altogether and conduct a completely new trial. The judge denied that request Wednesday.

David Temple requests third trial in 1999 murder of pregnant wife

David Temple requests third trial in 1999 murder of pregnant wifeDavid Temple greets his family sitting in the back as he walks into the courtroom for his bond hearing in front of Judge Kelli Johnson on Friday, Aug. 30, 2019, in Houston. Earlier this month, Temple was convicted guilty for killing his pregnant wife, Belinda Lucas Temple, back in 1999. less David Temple greets his family sitting in the back as he walks into the courtroom for his bond hearing in front of Judge Kelli Johnson on Friday, Aug. 30, 2019, in Houston. Earlier this month, Temple was ... more Photo: Yi-Chin Lee, Staff / Staff Photographer Photo: Yi-Chin Lee, Staff / Staff Photographer Image 1 of / 4 Caption Close David Temple requests third trial in 1999 murder of pregnant wife 1 / 4 Back to GalleryAn ex-Katy-area football coach convicted in the 1999 murder of his pregnant wife is asking for a third trial to determine his guilt or innocence. Jurors have found David Temple guilty twice in the shooting death of Belinda Temple, who was eight months pregnant. He faces a wide range of punishment in his wifes murder probation or five years to life in prison.

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Judge to consider if David Temple should have third trial in murder case

HOUSTON – A judge will consider whether David Temple should be granted a new trial in the 1999 murder case of his wife, Belinda. He has been convicted of murder in this case before and most recently in August 2019 for the second time. The judge said Temple is entitled to bail under the law and set it at $1 million. Special prosecutors were appointed by a judge in 2017 to review the case and decide whether Temple would be tried again. If granted a new trial, it would be the third time he stands trial in the same case.

David Temple murder trial far from over 20 years later

KATY, Texas (KTRK) -- It was a crime that rocked the quiet town of Katy.Belinda Temple, a pregnant mother, was found shot to death in her home.Friday's 20/20 went into detail of this local case that has many twists and turns.David Temple, Belinda's husband, was the one who discovered her body face down in their master bedroom closet. He told police he came home to what looked like a home invasion.Temple was arrested and charged with his wife's murder later in 2004.He was originally found guilty in 2007 when prosecutors said Temple was unhappy in his marriage, had a mistress and a motive to get rid of his pregnant wife.In 2012, Temple's defense successfully negotiated a second trial saying prosecutor Kelly Siegler was too aggressive and withheld key evidence.That new evidence pointed to Temple's teen neighbor, Riley Joe Sanders.Temple's lawyer said a witness came forward and claimed Sanders committed the burglary of the Temple home, also admitting to shooting his shotgun during the burglary.This past July, 20 years after his wife's murder, his second trial began. He was found guilty of murder once again.The jury spent 20 hours trying to come up with a sentence, but were deadlocked in the end, leading to the judge declaring a mistrial in the punishment phase.It's a story that many still have a hard time trying to unravel.In the next year, a new jury will be called to sentence Temple or let him walk free.

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Judge grants bail for convicted murderer David Temple

HOUSTON - After being twice convicted of killing his wife 20 years ago, David Temple was granted bail by a judge Friday while he awaits the new sentencing phase of his trial. Ultimately, the judge set Temple's bail at $1 million. When defense attorney Stanley Schneider was asked if his client would be able to post bail he said, "No." For Belinda Temple's family and supporters, none of those questions matter. If he posts bail, Temple could be free until his new sentencing hearing, scheduled to take place early next year.

$1 million bond granted for Temple

After being twice convicted of killing his wife 20 years ago, David Temple was granted bail by a judge Friday while he awaits the new sentencing phase of his trial.

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News 2 Know: Mistrial declared in Temple's retrial, witness recalls deadly freeway shooting and more

'I thought it was road rage': Witness recalls deadly rush-hour shooting on East FreewayKPRC2 The scene where two people were shot to death on the East Freeway on Aug. 8, 2019. A new video shows the aftermath of a deadly shooting on the East Freeway during rush-hour traffic Thursday evening. Read moreJudge declares mistrial in David Temple's sentencing phaseKPRC David Temple listens as a judge declares a mistrial in the sentencing phase of his retrial in Houston on Aug. 9, 2019. The judge presiding over the murder trial of David Temple declared a mistrial Friday for the sentencing phase because of a hung jury. Read more4 Houston traffic trouble spots to avoid this weekendTraffic moves along a freeway in Houston on Sept. 6, 2017.

Hung jury: No decision on sentencing

The judge presiding over the murder trial of David Temple declared a mistrial Friday for the sentencing phase because of a hung jury.

Judge reads note from jury before declaring mistrial at David Temple hearing

Judge Kellie Johnson reads a note from the jury before declaring a mistrial in the sentencing phase of the David Temple retrial. Copyright 2019 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.

Jury still deliberating David Temple's sentence

The jury that convicted David Temple of murder in the slaying of his wife 20 years ago has been deliberating his sentence longer than it took them to decide on his guilt or innocence.

Mistrial declared in sentencing of David Temple; conviction still stands

Mistrial declared in sentencing of David Temple; conviction still standsDavid Temple listens to District Judge Kelli Johnson declear mistrial in sentencing his retrial of murdering killing his then pregnant wife, Belinda Lucas Temple, at Harris County Criminal Courts buildling on Friday, Aug. 9, 2019, in downtown Houston. Its hard for me to sit here and talk to you about punishment.EARLIER COVERAGE: David Temple found guilty in murder retrialBelinda Temple was found shot to death in her master bedroom closet on Jan. 11, 1999. Jurors didnt accept defense attorneys claims that the murder was carried out by a teenage neighbor, however, and placed the blame on David Temple. David Temple also had a history of violence, Tanner said. The sentencing guidelines remained the same for the re-trial as they did in 2007, when Temple was first tried.

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Deliberations continue in Temple sentencing

Deliberations continue in Temple sentencingDavid Temple, who is accused of killing his wife, Belinda Lucas Temple, in 1999, is photographed at the Harris County Criminal Courts on Monday, Aug. 5, 2019, in Houston. less David Temple, who is accused of killing his wife, Belinda Lucas Temple, in 1999, is photographed at the Harris County Criminal Courts on Monday, Aug. 5, 2019, in Houston. Lawyers from both sides present closing ... more Photo: Yi-Chin Lee, Staff / Staff Photographer Photo: Yi-Chin Lee, Staff / Staff Photographer Image 1 of / 5 Caption Close Deliberations continue in Temple sentencing 1 / 5 Back to GalleryJurors will take a third day to deliberate over the sentence of convicted murderer David Temple, after spending 16 hours without reaching a unanimous decision. Temple began serving a life sentence for the killing in 2007, after a jury handed down a guilty verdict. The sentencing guidelines remained the same for the re-trial as they did in 2007, when Temple was first tried.

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Jury deliberating sentence for David Temple

Deliberations are underway in Houston in the case of David Temple. Copyright 2019 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.

David Temple found guilty in murder retrial

David Temple was found guilty Tuesday. Wednesday, the jury will meet to decide his sentence. Copyright 2019 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.

David Temple found guilty in murder trial

A jury Tuesday found David Temple guilty of murder -- for the second time -- in the slaying of his wife 20 years ago.

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News 2 Know: David Temple found guilty in retrial, Galveston PD backlash continues and more

A jury Tuesday found David Temple guilty of murder -- for the second time -- in the slaying of his wife 20 years ago. Read moreFamily of man seen being led by Galveston mounted patrol speaks outKPRC2The family of a handcuffed man seen in viral photos and videos being walked down the street by two mounted Galveston police officers using a rope is outraged. A Houston man is facing an attempted aggravated kidnapping charge after police said he tried to force a woman into his vehicle last month. Read moreOn this dayYoichi Okamoto via Wikimedia Commons President Lyndon B. Johnson signs the Voting Rights Act of 1965 into law, outlawing discriminatory voting practices based on race or color. In 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act which prohibits voting discrimination against minorities.

News 2 Know: David Temple found guilty in retrial, Galveston PD backlash continues and more

A jury Tuesday found David Temple guilty of murder -- for the second time -- in the slaying of his wife 20 years ago. Read moreFamily of man seen being led by Galveston mounted patrol speaks outKPRC2The family of a handcuffed man seen in viral photos and videos being walked down the street by two mounted Galveston police officers using a rope is outraged. A Houston man is facing an attempted aggravated kidnapping charge after police said he tried to force a woman into his vehicle last month. Read moreOn this dayYoichi Okamoto via Wikimedia Commons President Lyndon B. Johnson signs the Voting Rights Act of 1965 into law, outlawing discriminatory voting practices based on race or color. In 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act which prohibits voting discrimination against minorities.

DAVID TEMPLE VERDICT: Former football coach found guilty of murder of pregnant wife

EMBED >More News Videos The murder of Belinda Temple: TimelineEMBED >More News Videos Belinda's family react to guilty verdict for David TempleHOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Former Alief Hastings football coach David Temple has been found guilty of killing his wife Belinda in 1999, who was pregnant with their second child.A jury spent Monday night in a hotel after they spent the evening deliberating. The eight men and four women reached a decision on Tuesday after eight hours and five minutes of deliberations.This is the second time Temple's case has been before a jury. He was convicted several years after she was found dead inside a closet at their home. She had been shot with a shotgun.He was given a retrial when it was found the prosecution had withheld evidence that would have benefited the defense.Prosecutors say Temple wanted out of his marriage, so he killed his wife and staged a break-in.Temple served nine years in prison before he was granted a new trial because evidence wasn't turned over to his attorneys.Now, Temple will face sentencing according to the law that was in place when the crime was committed, a legal expert says. That means a range of punishment could even include probation.

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David Temple found guilty of murder in 1999 slaying of wife

HOUSTON - A jury Tuesday found David Temple guilty of murder -- for the second time -- in the slaying of his wife 20 years ago. We the jury find the defendant, David Mark Temple, guilty of murder as charged in the indictment, Judge Kellie Johnson read. KPRC David Temple rests his head against a wall Aug. 6, 2019, while leaving a Houston courtroom after he was found guilty of killing his wife in 1999. Brian Lucas, the brother of Temple's wife, Belinda Temple, said that was the most emotion that David Temple has shown in the past 20 years. Sentencing was scheduled to begin at approximately 4 p.m.A second convictionThis is the second time David Temple has heard this type of news.

Verdict being read at David Temple retrial

The verdict is read at the David Temple retrial in the 1999 slaying of his wife. Copyright 2019 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.

David Temple found guilty in retrial of 1999 murder of his pregnant wife

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Former Alief Hastings football coach David Temple has been found guilty of killing his wife Belinda in 1999, who was pregnant with their second child.A jury spent Monday night in a hotel after they spent the evening deliberating. The jury reached a decision on Tuesday after eight hours and five minutes of deliberations.This is the second time Temple's case has been before a jury. He was convicted several years after she was found dead inside a closet at their home. She had been shot with a shotgun.He was given a retrial when it was found the prosecution had withheld evidence that would have benefited the defense.Prosecutors say Temple wanted out of his marriage, so he killed his wife, Belinda, in 1999 and staged a break-in.Temple served nine years in prison before he was granted a new trial because evidence wasn't turned over to his attorneys.

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Jury resumes deliberations at David Temple retrial

Jurors who will decide the fate of David Temple resumed their deliberations Tuesday at his retrial over the slaying of his wife two decades ago.

News 2 Know: Murder charges, viral photo of Galveston police and more

Galveston mounted officers seen leading handcuffed man by ropeThe family of a handcuffed man seen in viral photos being escorted by mounted Galveston police officers using a rope is appalled, the family's attorney said. Read moreJury deliberations continue today at David Temple retrialKPRC David Temple listens to closing arguments during his retrial in Houston on Aug. 5, 2019. The jury at the retrial of David Temple couldnt reach a decision Monday, so deliberations will continue Tuesday. Read moreOn this dayYoichi Okamoto via Wikimedia Commons President Lyndon B. Johnson signs the Voting Rights Act of 1965 into law, outlawing discriminatory voting practices based on race or color. In 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act which prohibits voting discrimination against minorities.

News 2 Know: Murder charges, viral photo of Galveston police and more

Galveston mounted officers seen leading handcuffed man by ropeThe family of a handcuffed man seen in viral photos being escorted by mounted Galveston police officers using a rope is appalled, the family's attorney said. Read moreJury deliberations continue today at David Temple retrialKPRC David Temple listens to closing arguments during his retrial in Houston on Aug. 5, 2019. The jury at the retrial of David Temple couldnt reach a decision Monday, so deliberations will continue Tuesday. Read moreOn this dayYoichi Okamoto via Wikimedia Commons President Lyndon B. Johnson signs the Voting Rights Act of 1965 into law, outlawing discriminatory voting practices based on race or color. In 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act which prohibits voting discrimination against minorities.

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Ex-Katy football coach David Temple found guilty in murder retrial

Ex-Katy football coach David Temple found guilty in murder retrialHarris County jury on Tuesday convicted former Katy-area football coach David Temple in the murder of his pregnant wife, sending him back to prison more than two decades. Harris County jury on Tuesday convicted former Katy-area football coach David Temple in the murder of his pregnant wife, sending him back to prison more than two decades. Photo: Melissa Phillip, Houston Chronicle / Staff Photographer Photo: Melissa Phillip, Houston Chronicle / Staff Photographer Image 1 of / 40 Caption Close Ex-Katy football coach David Temple found guilty in murder retrial 1 / 40 Back to GalleryA Harris County jury on Tuesday convicted former Katy-area football coach David Temple of murder in the death of his pregnant wife, potentially sending him back to prison three years after an appeals court reversed his original guilty verdict because of prosecutorial misconduct. David Temple told authorities that he came home from a trip to the park and store with his 3-year-old son and found his wife dead amid an apparent burglary. Temple, who was first convicted in 2007, was sentenced to life in prison and served almost 10 years before that verdict was reversed.

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News 2 Know: Man kills pregnant wife, jury deliberations begin in Temple retrial and more

Man kills pregnant wife by stabbing her at least 20 times, police sayKPRC2 The mug shot of Alex Guajardo. A man is facing murder charges after authorities said he stabbed his pregnant wife to death on Saturday. Read moreJury deliberations begin in David Temple retrialKPRC David Temple listens to closing arguments during his retrial in Houston on Aug. 5, 2019. Jurors in David Temple's retrial Monday heard attorneys sum up four weeks of testimony in four hours of final arguments. An additional charge was filed Monday against Derion Vence in connection with the death of Maleah Davis.

News 2 Know: Man kills pregnant wife, jury deliberations begin in Temple retrial and more

Man kills pregnant wife by stabbing her at least 20 times, police sayKPRC2 The mug shot of Alex Guajardo. A man is facing murder charges after authorities said he stabbed his pregnant wife to death on Saturday. Read moreJury deliberations begin in David Temple retrialKPRC David Temple listens to closing arguments during his retrial in Houston on Aug. 5, 2019. Jurors in David Temple's retrial Monday heard attorneys sum up four weeks of testimony in four hours of final arguments. An additional charge was filed Monday against Derion Vence in connection with the death of Maleah Davis.

Jury deliberations begin in David Temple retrial

Prosecutors said David Temple had the means, method and motive to kill his wife. David Temple was carrying on an affair with another woman. "A non-intruder is responsible for the murder, and that is David Temple. prosecutor Bill Turner said to jurors. David Temple was done. Given the timeline, David Temple could not have killed (Belinda).

Jury deliberations in David Temple retrial underway

David Temple listens to closing arguments during his retrial in Houston on Aug. 5, 2019. HOUSTON - Jurors in the David Temple retrial begins deliberations after hearing closing arguments Monday that has lasted nearly a month. Closing arguments began at 10 a.m. Monday and ended around 4 p.m.Temple is charged with murder in connection with the January 1999 slaying of his wife. He was convicted of the crime in 2007, but that conviction was overturned in 2016 and he was granted a retrial. Defense attorneys used testimony from Temples father to poke holes in that timeline and cast suspicion on a 16-year-old neighbor.

News 2 Know: Victims identified in deadly accident, defense rests in David Temple trial and more

Defense rests in David Temple trialKPRC2 David Temple at his trial on Aug. 1, 2019. The defense rested Thursday evening in the retrial of David Temple, the former high school football coach accused of killing his wife. Read moreVictims identified in tank truck accident that left 2 deadKPRC The hydroseeding truck parked on the track at Wisdom High School on July 29, 2019. Two men were found dead inside a tank truck at a Houston high school, according to the Houston Fire Department. Read moreWarrant issued for DNA of man accused of sexually assaulting hospital patientDPS The mug shots of Adetokunbo Lufadeju.

News 2 Know: Victims identified in deadly accident, defense rests in David Temple trial and more

Defense rests in David Temple trialKPRC2 David Temple at his trial on Aug. 1, 2019. The defense rested Thursday evening in the retrial of David Temple, the former high school football coach accused of killing his wife. Read moreVictims identified in tank truck accident that left 2 deadKPRC The hydroseeding truck parked on the track at Wisdom High School on July 29, 2019. Two men were found dead inside a tank truck at a Houston high school, according to the Houston Fire Department. Read moreWarrant issued for DNA of man accused of sexually assaulting hospital patientDPS The mug shots of Adetokunbo Lufadeju.

Defense rests in David Temple trial

The defense rested Thursday evening in the retrial of David Temple, the former high school football coach accused of killing his wife. Copyright 2019 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.

Defense rests in David Temple trial

HOUSTON - The defense rested Thursday evening in the retrial of David Temple, the former high school football coach accused of killing his wife. In the courtroom Thursday, the jury watched a video of Temple's father, Ken Temple, giving a deposition in November 2017. David Temple was convicted of murdering his wife, Belinda Temple, in 2007. Belinda Temple was eight months pregnant at the time. David Temple served nine years in prison until his conviction was overturned in 2016 after an appeals court found there had been prosecutorial misconduct.

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Prosecution rests in David Temple retrial

After three weeks of testimony, prosecutors in the David Temple retrial rested their case Tuesday. Copyright 2019 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.

What happened in David Temple's trial on Tuesday

David Temple is seen in court with his attorney on July 30, 2019. HOUSTON - After three weeks of testimony, prosecutors in the David Temple retrial rested their case Tuesday. Tom Bevel, a crime scene analyst and reconstructionist with more than 40 years experience, and Brenda Lucas, Belinda Temples twin sister, are among those who testified in court Tuesday. Defense attorney Stanley Schneider argued David Temple did indeed move his dead wifes body, explaining to the jury that the 911 operator asked David Temple to perform CPR and check for a pulse, Schneider said. David Temple is about 6 feet, 4 inches tall.

What happened Tuesday in retrial of David Temple

HOUSTON - Testimony continued in court Tuesday in the retrial of David Temple. Several key witnesses for the prosecution took the stand in the Temple's retrial, including the girlfriend of a neighbor who was once suspected in Belinda Temples murder. On July 19, the final day of the second week of the retrial, jurors heard from Heather Scott Temple, David Temple's soon-to-be ex-wife. In the fall of 1998, Heather Scott and David Temple began an extramarital affair. Sanders testified that while he didnt know David or Belinda Temple well, his wife was friendly with Belinda.

What happened when neighbors testified in David Temple's retrial

David Temple is accused of killing his then-pregnant wife, Belinda Temple, at their home in Katy in January 1999. Riley Joe Sanders Jr., father of Riley Joe Sandra III, as well as neighbors David and Belinda Temple. Sanders testified that while he didnt know David or Belinda Temple well, his wife was friendly with Belinda. She was the lady Id go to for help, Sanders III testified. A troubled teenDavid Temples defense attempted to paint a picture of Riley Joe Sanders III as a class skipping, marijuana smoking, delinquent.

David Temple's second wife takes stand, testifies at retrial

HOUSTON - What we knowTwo people who were close to David Temple testified for the prosecution Friday, wrapping up the second week of his murder retrial. On Friday, jurors heard from Heather Scott Temple, David Temple's soon-to-be ex-wife. In the fall of 1998, Heather Scott and David Temple began an extramarital affair. Coincidentally, Heather Scott Temple filed for divorce last week. Cathy Adibe, Scott Temple's attorney, said, "I understand the timing is in question, but right now I'm not getting into the merits of the case."

David Temple's soon to be ex-wife takes the stand in his re-trial

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- The re-trial of David Temple entered into a pivotal stage Friday as his soon to be ex-wife took the stand.Temple is the former Alief Hastings High School football coach accused of killing his pregnant wife Belinda and unborn baby 20 years ago.Friday, Heather Temple took the stand. "That said, she is clearly not trying to hurt David Temple's case. "Belinda Temple was eight months pregnant when she was shot in the back of the head in the couple's Katy home. The couple also had a 3-year-old son, Evan.In 2007, David was found guilty and sentenced to life in prison. Adibe would not comment on the timing of divorce filings.Heather Temple completed her testimony around 5 p.m.

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Evidence at house where Belinda Temple found dead 'didn't look right,' investigator testifies

Evidence at house where Belinda Temple found dead 'didn't look right,' investigator testifiesDavid Temple, left, is shown with his defense attorney, Stanley Schneider, during his murder trial in the 178th District Court Monday, July 8, 2019, in Houston. Temple is accused of killing his wife, Belinda Temple, in January 1999. less David Temple, left, is shown with his defense attorney, Stanley Schneider, during his murder trial in the 178th District Court Monday, July 8, 2019, in Houston. Temple is accused of killing his wife, Belinda ... more Photo: Melissa Phillip, Houston Chronicle / Staff Photographer Photo: Melissa Phillip, Houston Chronicle / Staff Photographer Image 1 of / 40 Caption Close Evidence at house where Belinda Temple found dead 'didn't look right,' investigator testifies 1 / 40 Back to GalleryA Harris County Sheriff's office sergeant investigating the slaying of Belinda Temple told jurors Wednesday that evidence found at her Katy-area home "didn't look right." Dean Holtke, a crime scene investigator, said evidence suggested a staged break-in occurred at the home where the pregnant mother was shot to death in 1999. Holtke testified on the third day of the murder retrial of the slain teacher's husband, David Temple.

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Unauthorized courtroom broadcast could lead to mistrial in David Temple case

HOUSTON - An unauthorized broadcast of courtroom footage at the retrial of David Temple could lead to a mistrial being declared. David Temple is standing trial for the second time in connection with the 1999 slaying of his wife Belinda Temple. David Temples attorneys said they may request a mistrial after reviewing what was broadcast. He said David Temple claimed someone broke into their house. David Temple, who has maintained his innocence, spent nine years in prison after a jury convicted him of murder in 2007.

Defense calls for mistrial after TV station violated court order

An unauthorized broadcast of courtroom footage at the retrial of David Temple could lead to a mistrial being declared.

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Retrial of David Temple enters second day

The second day of the retrial of David Temple hit a roadblock after a TV station aired unauthorized footage of the trial. Copyright 2019 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.

Retrial of David Temple in wife's 1999 slaying begins

HOUSTON - The retrial of a former high school football coach accused of killing his pregnant wife two decades ago began Monday with opening statements. For the first time in over a decade, the Temples and the Lucases -- Belindas Temples family -- are all together, reliving the memories of a 20-year-old murder case. David Temple is charged with murder in the 1999 slaying of Belinda Temple. After more than two hours of opening statements, the judge called a recess for lunch. The judge is only allowing live television coverage of the opening statements, the closing arguments and the verdict.

Former coach David Temple's re-trial underway 20 years after wife's murder

EMBED >More News Videos David Temple, the Katy man once convicted in the killing of his pregnant wife is free while awaiting the possibility of a new trial. HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- The re-trial of David Temple, a former Alief Hastings High School football coach accused of killing his pregnant wife and unborn baby 20 years ago, riveted a Harris County courthouse as it got underway Monday. "A lot of men have affairs on their wives, and wives on their husbands, and they don't kill them," said Special Prosecutor Lisa Tanner as part of her opening statements. "Belinda Temple was eight months pregnant when she was shot in the back of the head in the couple's Katy home. Instead, he is trying to focus attention on the Temples' neighbor, a troubled teen who skipped school and smoked pot.

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David Temple tried again for wife's murder 20 years after she was killed

EMBED >More News Videos David Temple, the Katy man once convicted in the killing of his pregnant wife is free while awaiting the possibility of a new trial. HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- The re-trial of David Temple, a former Alief Hastings High School football coach accused of killing his pregnant wife and unborn baby in 1999, is underway Monday.Belinda Temple was eight months pregnant when she was shot in the back of the head in the couple's Katy home. This is a portion of that journey that's been completed," said Temple after bonding out of jail. And for the people that put me there, that lied and cheated, to be held accountable. "The 11-page ruling stated evidence was "...purposely or actively hidden..." which "...handicapped defense counsel's overall performance.

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Opening statements underway at David Temple's retrial

Opening statements have started at the retrial of David Temple in the slaying of his wife in 1999. Copyright 2019 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.

WATCH LIVE: Opening statements in re-trial of David Temple 20 years after wife's murder

EMBED >More News Videos David Temple, the Katy man once convicted in the killing of his pregnant wife is free while awaiting the possibility of a new trial. HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- The re-trial of David Temple, a former Alief Hastings High School football coach accused of killing his pregnant wife and unborn baby in 1999, begins Monday.ABC13 will be live streaming the opening statements online this morning.Belinda Temple was eight months pregnant when she was shot in the back of the head in the couple's Katy home. This is a portion of that journey that's been completed," said Temple after bonding out of jail. And for the people that put me there, that lied and cheated, to be held accountable. "The 11-page ruling stated evidence was "...purposely or actively hidden..." which "...handicapped defense counsel's overall performance.

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News 2 Know: Watching the Gulf, retrial of David Temple and more

Retrial of David Temple in wifes 1999 slaying to beginKPRC David Temple (left) is seen in a mugshot taken after his arrest in connection with the killing of his wife, Belinda Temple (right). David Temple is charged with murder in the 1999 slaying of Belinda Temple. Read moreSuspect in road rage shooting that ignited fireworks arrestedKPRC2 A road rage shooting incident led to an explosion of fireworks. The suspect in a road rage shooting that ignited fireworks in a truck carrying a family of four was taken into custody Sunday evening, deputies said. Read moreHuman bones found at Channelview park, deputies sayOnScene A human bone was discovered at a park in Channelview on July 7, 2019.

Football coach David Temple back on trial 20 years after wife's murder

EMBED >More News Videos David Temple, the Katy man once convicted in the killing of his pregnant wife is free while awaiting the possibility of a new trial. The couple also had a 3-year-old son.Testimony revealed Temple was having an affair with a co-worker who later became his wife.Temple was found guilty in 2007 and sentenced to life in prison. This is a portion of that journey that's been completed," said Temple after bonding out of jail. And for the people that put me there, that lied and cheated, to be held accountable. "The 11-page ruling stated evidence was "...purposely or actively hidden..." which "...handicapped defense counsel's overall performance.

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Retrial begins for former Katy-area football coach accused in wifes killing

Retrial begins for former Katy-area football coach accused in wifes killingDavid Temple, center, arrives to court for his murder trial Monday, July 8, 2019 in Houston. The former Katy-area football coach is standing trial for the second time in the case, after an appeals court reversed his guilty verdict because of prosecutorial misconduct. less David Temple, center, arrives to court for his murder trial Monday, July 8, 2019 in Houston. The former Katy-area football coach is standing ... more Photo: Melissa Phillip/Houston Chronicle Photo: Melissa Phillip/Houston Chronicle Image 1 of / 40 Caption Close Retrial begins for former Katy-area football coach accused in wifes killing 1 / 40 Back to GalleryOpening arguments began Monday morning in the retrial of David Temple, launching weeks of anticipated testimony in the case of the former Katy-area football coach accused in his wifes 1999 death. Family members of both Belinda and David Temple filled the benches in state District Judge Kelli Johnson's courtroom.

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David Temple's call for help

The defense played David Temple's 911 call as part of their closing argument at trial, believing it demonstrates his genuine anguish. Prosecutors argued Temple made the call after killing his wife, cleaning up and staging a burglary. "48 Hours"' Richard Schlesinger has more on the case in "The Alternate Suspects" airing Saturday, March 25 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on CBS.

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