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- ↑ Braun, Melissa (2011-11-16). "Terry Spicer admits to accepting thousands in bribes". Southeastsun.com. Retrieved 2020-04-04.
- ↑ Melissa Braun (November 15, 2011). "Terry Spicer admits to accepting thousands in bribes". southeastsun.com.
- ↑ Jim Cook (December 28, 2016). "After release from prison, former Alabama Rep. Terry Spicer lands another state job". dothaneagle.com.
- ↑ Department of Justice, Office of Public Affairs (September 15, 2014). "Alabama Businessman, Lobbyist and Legislator Sentenced to Prison for Roles in Wide Ranging Conspiracy to Influence and Corrupt Activities of Alabama State Legislature, Press Release Number 12-877".