Bevill vs. City Of Quitman, Texas et al

Case Background

On June 3, 2019, Plaintiff Terry Bevill filed a Wrongful Termination lawsuit in the United States District Court, Texas Eastern(Case number: 4:19cv406). District Judge Amos L. Mazzant, III presided over the case.

Cause

In his affidavit, Bevill stated that the court expedited McGee’s trial unusually fast. He noted that the political climate in Wood County would bias the proceedings. Having served honorably in law enforcement for many years, Bevill felt it was his duty to ensure justice was served fairly. He believed this even if it meant speaking against powerful local figures. After he submitted his affidavit, Wood County officials retaliated against him. They placed him on administrative leave and ultimately terminated him from the Quitman Police Department. Under pressure from Wood County officials, the City of Quitman claimed his termination was based on policy violations. However, Bevill argued it was retaliation for his testimony. Aft