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  1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › John_GottiJohn Gotti - Wikipedia

    He was later given the nickname "The Teflon Don" after three high-profile trials in the 1980s resulted in acquittals, though it was later revealed that the trials had been tainted by jury tampering, juror misconduct and witness intimidation.

  2. Dec 2, 2009 · John Gotti (1940-2002) was a notorious mob boss who rose to power in the Gambino crime family. He earned the nickname "Teflon Don" for his ability to avoid conviction on federal racketeering charges.

  3. Nov 24, 2009 · John Gotti, the head of the Gambino family and the "Teflon Don" who avoided conviction for years, was sentenced to life in prison in 1992. Learn about his rise, crimes, and death from this article by HISTORY.com editors.

  4. Apr 2, 2014 · John Gotti, also known as 'The Teflon Don,' was an organized crime leader who became head of the Gambino family.

  5. Jul 3, 2014 · How John Gotti Became the 'Teflon Don' | Mafia's Greatest Hits. Despite the efforts of multiple organizations, and multiple investigations and trials, no one can seem to convict the Dapper Don...

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  6. Jun 6, 2024 · Following several unsuccessful prosecutions—one of which failed because the jury foreman was paid a $60,000 bribe—Gotti became known as the “Teflon Don” (because criminal charges against him never stuck) who could always outwit the criminal justice system.

  7. www.fbi.gov › history › famous-casesJohn Gotti — FBI

    John Gotti, also known as the Teflon Don, was a notorious mob boss who ran the Gambino crime family in New York. He was convicted of multiple charges in 1992, after years of evading justice with his influence and intimidation.