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Frank Gioia Jr. found himself re-entering incarceration after having lived a new life for 20 years under witness protection. His potential 32-year sentence eventually resulted in a five-year plea. The case was marked by financial controversy, including 48 lawsuits filed in 31 cities, allegedly requiring Gioia to pay back $65 million in civil judgments alongside an additional $80 million. Gioia attributed the high-profile nature of the case to sensationalist media coverage by the Arizona Republic, which he claims was intended to capitalize on his past. Despite these challenges, he negotiated a sentence he considered manageable. Reflecting on prison life, Gioia shared insights on how the inmate demographic has evolved. Though offered a return to witness protection, Gioia opted for the general population in prisons in Arizona and Texas.
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