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Clancy Murder Trial Stalls on Sixth Day of Deliberations, Retrial Possible
crime1 hour ago

Clancy Murder Trial Stalls on Sixth Day of Deliberations, Retrial Possible

Lindsay Clancy's murder trial has stretched into its sixth day of jury deliberations with no verdict after the panel twice signaled a deadlock. Judge William Sullivan urged continued deliberations to avoid a mistrial. Clancy's defense attorney, Kevin Reddington, says he is prepared for a rapid retrial if the jury cannot reach a verdict, noting witnesses and evidence are ready, while prosecutors have not ruled out retrial. Clancy faces three counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of her children and has claimed postpartum psychosis. The case has drawn global attention, including letters of support for Clancy, and Patrick Clancy was seen with his new wife in NYC during proceedings. Experts note social-media dynamics could influence retrial outcomes.

via Fox News|
#crime#jury-deliberations#lindsay-clancy
Murdaugh seeks to derail murder retrial with DNA tests, alleged misconduct and financial links
us-news19 days ago

Murdaugh seeks to derail murder retrial with DNA tests, alleged misconduct and financial links

Alex Murdaugh’s defense launches a bid to dismiss the murder and weapons indictments ahead of his April 2027 retrial, arguing misconduct or false statements by a key case agent and pushing for new DNA testing. The motions also press to limit what prosecutors can present, potentially use portions of his first trial testimony, and even relocate the venue, as prosecutors weigh how much of his financial-crimes background and other evidence can be heard by a new jury.

via New York Post|
#dna-testing#forensic-evidence#murdaugh
Weinstein Rape Trial Mistrial Pushes Renewed Pursuit of Case
law3 months ago

Weinstein Rape Trial Mistrial Pushes Renewed Pursuit of Case

A New York jury deadlocked on Harvey Weinstein’s third-degree rape charge after three days of deliberations, leading the judge to declare a mistrial. Prosecutors have 30 days to decide whether to retry the count. Weinstein, 74, remains incarcerated from a 2023 Los Angeles conviction, and sentencing on related counts could follow if prosecutors pursue the New York case again. Actress Jessica Mann testified during the trial, while Weinstein’s defense argued reasonable doubt and highlighted aspects of their interaction. The mistrial leaves the central charge unresolved and sets up the possibility of a fourth trial.

via Variety|
#harvey-weinstein#law#mistrial
SC High Court Orders New Trial for Alex Murdaugh Over Jury Influence
law3 months ago

SC High Court Orders New Trial for Alex Murdaugh Over Jury Influence

The South Carolina Supreme Court overturned Alex Murdaugh’s two life sentences for the 2021 murders of his wife Maggie and son Paul, ordering a retrial after finding county clerk Becky Hill improperly influenced the jury; the decision remands the case for a new trial, a development that has reportedly angered Murdaugh’s son Buster who fears reliving the trauma and notes growing strain in their relationship.

via stylecaster.com|
#alex-murdaugh#buster-murdaugh#jury-influence
Oklahoma death-row inmate Richard Glossip freed on bond ahead of retrial
us-news3 months ago

Oklahoma death-row inmate Richard Glossip freed on bond ahead of retrial

An Oklahoma judge granted Richard Glossip a $500,000 bond with electronic monitoring as he awaits retrial for the 1997 murder of Barry Van Treese, a case that kept him on death row and on the brink of execution on multiple occasions. The conviction was overturned by the U.S. Supreme Court last year amid claims of prosecutorial misconduct due to a false witness, and prosecutors plan to retry him without seeking the death penalty. Glossip must post 10% cash ($50,000), remain in Oklahoma, avoid drugs and alcohol, and not contact witnesses; a release date was not immediately set.

via AP News|
#bond#death-penalty#oklahoma
Oklahoma judge grants Richard Glossip bail ahead of retrial in 1997 murder case
crime3 months ago

Oklahoma judge grants Richard Glossip bail ahead of retrial in 1997 murder case

An Oklahoma judge allowed Richard Glossip to be released on a $500,000 bond while he awaits retrial for the 1997 killing of his boss, a case that nearly led to his execution three times. Glossip will be released with electronic monitoring, restricted travel within Oklahoma, no contact with witnesses, and a prohibition on drugs or alcohol. The Supreme Court previously vacated his conviction due to prosecutorial misconduct involving a key witness, and the state intends to retry him without seeking the death penalty again. He could leave prison for the first time in about 30 years as the new trial proceeds.

via NBC News|
#bond#crime#death-penalty
SC Supreme Court voids Murdaugh murder verdicts, retrial planned
us-news3 months ago

SC Supreme Court voids Murdaugh murder verdicts, retrial planned

South Carolina’s Supreme Court overturned Alex Murdaugh’s murder convictions and life sentence, ruling that a trial clerk improperly suggested he was guilty and attacked his credibility. Prosecutors say they will retry him on the murder charges, likely in 2026, while he remains in prison for unrelated financial crimes; the court also warned next time about limiting evidence related to the financial crimes.

via AP News|
#legal-proceedings#murdaugh-case#murder-convictions
Mistrial Declared in 2006 University of Miami Teammate Killing; Retrial Planned
crime6 months ago

Mistrial Declared in 2006 University of Miami Teammate Killing; Retrial Planned

A Miami-Dade County judge declared a mistrial after jurors failed to reach a verdict in the 2006 killing of University of Miami football player Bryan Pata, allegedly by former teammate Rashaun Jones, prompting prosecutors to plan a retrial. Jones was arrested in 2021 and the case, unsolved for 15 years, rests on a witness’s account of seeing him at the scene and cellphone data, while his defense argues the state lacks direct physical evidence.

via NBC News|
#bryan-pata#crime#mistrial
Bristol Elbit break-in case heads to retrial for six Palestine Action activists
crime6 months ago

Bristol Elbit break-in case heads to retrial for six Palestine Action activists

Six Palestine Action activists accused of involvement in a break-in at Elbit Systems’ Filton site near Bristol will be retried on charges including criminal damage and violent disorder; after the first trial, some counts were undecided and 18 co-defendants had aggravated burglary charges dropped. Samuel Corner previously faced a grievous bodily harm with intent charge. The retrial for Head, Corner, Kamio, Rajwani, Rogers and Devlin is planned for 16 February 2027, with most defendants on bail after about 18 months in custody.

via BBC|
#bristol#crime#elbit-systems
Juror Insights and Controversies in Karen Read's Acquittal
world1 year ago

Juror Insights and Controversies in Karen Read's Acquittal

A juror from the Karen Read retrial, Paula Prado, has spoken out, expressing her belief that Read was not responsible for John O'Keefe's death after initially suspecting her, citing unresolved doubts and technical explanations during the trial. Prado expressed emotional relief at the not guilty verdict and a desire for further investigation to find the true responsible party.

via WCVB|
#juror-testimony#justice#karen-read-trial