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crime-and-courts2 days ago•29 min saved

Judge McCaslin Slams 'Circus' Tactics as Murdaugh Defense Wins DNA Rights, Loses Ballistics Fight

Judge Debra McCaslin rebuked both sides in Alex Murdaugh’s retrial for turning the courtroom into a 'circus,' warning that the trial will proceed as scheduled in April 2027. The defense won the right to independent DNA testing on Maggie Murdaugh’s phone and fingernails but lost its bid for broader ballistics data and evidence regarding the disposal of the murder weapons. McCaslin also corrected the record, noting Murdaugh failed a polygraph related to financial crimes, not the murders.

via New York Post|

#alex-murdaugh #crime-and-courts #evidence-dispute

legal20 days ago•10 min saved

Clancy Defense Shifts Strategy to Challenge Evidence in Post-Mistrial Hearing

Lindsay Clancy’s defense team adopted a new legal strategy during a September 29 hearing in Plymouth, Massachusetts, arguing that there is insufficient evidence to prove she killed her three children. This marks a departure from the first trial, where the defense admitted the act but claimed Clancy was not criminally responsible due to postpartum psychosis. Judge William Sullivan took all motions under advisement, scheduling a November 2 hearing to determine potential retrial dates and resolve issues regarding juror confidentiality. Prosecutors have not yet confirmed whether they will seek a second trial, though they are preparing as if one is imminent.

via CBS News|

#criminal-law #legal #lindsay-clancy

legal20 days ago•2 min saved

Clancy Defense Pushes for Dismissal as Judge Sets Retrial Date

Lindsay Clancy returned to a Plymouth, Massachusetts, courthouse on September 29 for the first time since a mistrial was declared in her triple murder case. Her defense team argued that the case should be dismissed or that she should be declared not guilty, citing insufficient evidence and double jeopardy protections. Judge William Sullivan issued no immediate rulings but scheduled a hearing for November 2 to discuss potential retrial dates and pending motions. Prosecutors have not confirmed whether they will retry Clancy on first-degree murder charges, though legal experts suggest a plea deal or lesser charges are possible options.

via WBUR|

#legal #lindsay-clancy #massachusetts

legal20 days ago•16 min saved

Clancy case stalls as judge defers retrial decision to November

A status hearing in the Lindsay Clancy case concluded on September 29 without a retrial date set. Judge William Sullivan deferred rulings on key motions, including a request for a not-guilty finding and access to jury notes, to a November 2 hearing. Defense attorney Kevin Reddington argued the prosecution failed to prove Clancy committed the murders or was mentally competent, while prosecutors maintained the evidence was sufficient. Plymouth County District Attorney Timothy Cruz stated his office has not yet decided whether to retry Clancy, though he is preparing as if a second trial is imminent. The hearing also featured disputes over the holdout juror’s identity and privacy, with Reddington criticizing the juror’s attorney and the prosecution seeking a gag order to limit extrajudicial statements.

via CNN|

#kevin-reddington #legal #lindsay-clancy

courts25 days ago•14 min saved

Weinstein Sentenced to 15 Years in New York After Decade-Long Legal Battle

Harvey Weinstein was sentenced to 15 years in prison on Wednesday for the 2006 sexual assault of Miriam Haley, concluding a six-year legal saga in New York. Judge Curtis Farber rejected the prosecution's request for 20 years and the defense's plea for nine, citing Weinstein's lack of remorse. The 74-year-old producer, who appeared in a wheelchair, denied the allegations while apologizing for harm caused. He faces a separate resentencing in California for a 2013 assault and remains in a hospital ward due to health issues.

via Variety|

#courts #harvey-weinstein #metoo-movement

news25 days ago•17 min saved

Weinstein Sentenced to 15 Years in New York After Decade-Long Legal Battle

Harvey Weinstein received a 15-year prison sentence in New York for the 2006 sexual assault of Miriam Haley, following a retrial after his 2020 conviction was overturned. Judge Curtis Farber rejected the prosecution’s 20-year request and the defense’s 9-year plea, citing Weinstein’s lack of remorse and the victim’s trauma. Weinstein, 74, appeared in a wheelchair, denying the allegations while apologizing for harm caused. He faces a separate California sentence and remains hospitalized due to health issues, including bone marrow cancer and heart disease. The case concluded a six-year legal saga that began with his 2018 arrest, a pivotal moment in the #MeToo movement.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#harvey-weinstein #miriam-haley #new-york-court

us-legal26 days ago

Weinstein receives 15-year sentence for 2006 assault after protracted legal battles

Harvey Weinstein was sentenced to 15 years in prison on Wednesday for the 2006 sexual assault of Miriam Haley, a verdict that concludes a six-year legal saga. The sentence includes five years of supervised release and mandatory sex offender registration. Weinstein, 74, appeared in a wheelchair, denying the allegations while apologizing for any harm caused. This conviction follows the overturning of his 2020 sentence and a subsequent retrial where he was found guilty of a first-degree criminal sexual act. He remains in a hospital ward due to severe health issues, including blood cancer and heart disease, and awaits a separate resentencing in California for a 2013 assault.

via The Guardian|

#harvey-weinstein #metoo-movement #miriam-haley

legal26 days ago•1 min saved

Weinstein Sentenced to 15 Years in New York After Retrial

Harvey Weinstein was sentenced to 15 years in prison on Wednesday for a 2006 sexual assault of Miriam Haley, following a retrial that overturned his previous conviction. The sentence includes five years of supervised release and sex offender registration. Weinstein, who is already serving a 16-year sentence in California for a separate 2013 assault, denied the allegations while apologizing for any harm caused. The case concludes a six-year legal saga that began with his 2018 arrest, a key moment in the #MeToo movement.

via NBC News|

#harvey-weinstein #legal #miriam-haley

legal1 month ago•3 min saved

Clancy Holdout Juror Denies Wavering, Disputes Fellow Jurors' Accounts

Michael Desronvil, the lone juror who blocked a not-guilty-by-reason-of-insanity verdict in the Lindsay Clancy trial, publicly denied having doubts about the prosecution's case. He stated he was confident Clancy knew what she was doing when she killed her three children in January 2023. This statement contradicts accounts from fellow jurors who claimed he expressed reasonable doubt during deliberations. The mistrial occurred on September 3, 2026, after the jury deadlocked 11-1. Prosecutors are now weighing whether to seek a retrial, while legal analysts suggest a plea deal is unlikely due to the high burden of proof required to convict a new jury.

via Fox News|

#insanity-defense #legal #lindsay-clancy

us-news1 month ago•24 min saved

Clancy Defense Files Longshot Motion to Void Mistrial as Prosecution Weighs Retrial

Defense attorney Kevin Reddington is seeking a rare judicial ruling to void the Lindsay Clancy mistrial, a move legal experts deem highly unlikely to succeed. Meanwhile, Plymouth District Attorney Timothy Cruz has not yet decided whether to retry the case, downgrade charges, or dismiss it. Clancy remains held at Tewksbury Hospital, where she is expected to stay pending the outcome of the Sept. 29 hearing.

via New York Post|

#criminal-defense #lindsay-clancy #massachusetts

courts-and-crime1 month ago•9 min saved

Clancy Parents' Fundraiser Surpasses $1.1M as Retrial Looms

A GoFundMe for Lindsay Clancy’s parents has raised over $1.1 million following the mistrial in her triple-murder case. The fundraiser’s goal was increased to $3 million to support Mike and Paula Musgrove, who have relocated to Massachusetts for court proceedings. Meanwhile, Judge William Sullivan indicated a retrial could occur later in the fall, though the prosecution has not yet decided whether to retry the case or offer a plea deal.

via Rolling Stone|

#courts-and-crime #gofundme #lindsay-clancy

legal1 month ago•3 min saved

Lindsay Clancy Trial Ends in Mistrial; Prosecutors Weigh Retrial as Patrick Clancy Laments Painful Prospects

Judge William Sullivan declared a mistrial in the Lindsay Clancy murder case on September 4, 2026, after the jury failed to reach a unanimous verdict. Patrick Clancy, the father of the deceased children, called the prospect of a retrial 'extraordinarily painful.' Prosecutors now face five potential paths, including a new trial or plea negotiations, while Clancy remains in a mental-health facility.

via Fox News|

#legal #lindsay-clancy #massachusetts

legal1 month ago•215 min saved

Clancy Mistrial Sparks Retrial Debate as DA Weighes Options

Judge William Sullivan declared a mistrial in the Lindsay Clancy case after a jury deadlocked 11-1 in favor of acquittal. Clancy, who admitted to strangling her three children in 2023, argued she suffered from postpartum psychosis. The Boston Globe criticizes the prosecution's strategy, while Fox News highlights political backlash. The Washington Post notes that Plymouth County DA Timothy Cruz has not yet decided whether to seek a retrial, with a hearing scheduled for September 29.

via The Boston Globe|

#legal #lindsay-clancy #massachusetts

law-and-order1 month ago•77 min saved

Lindsay Clancy Case Enters Legal Limbo After Hung Jury Declares Mistrial

Judge William Sullivan declared a mistrial in the Lindsay Clancy triple-murder case after jurors deadlocked for seven days. Prosecutors must now decide whether to retry the case or offer a plea deal, while Clancy remains in a mental health facility. Defense attorneys argue the holdout juror violated instructions, but the mistrial is not appealable. A status hearing is scheduled for September 29 to determine next steps, including potential retrial timing and civil lawsuit pauses.

via AP News|

#law-and-order #lindsay-clancy #massachusetts

us-news2 months ago•77 min saved

Retired Judge Chitty to Hear Karmelo Anthony's New Trial Motion After Roach Recusal

Retired District Judge Michael Chitty has been assigned to preside over Karmelo Anthony's motion for a new trial in the 2025 murder of Austin Metcalf. This follows the recusal of Judge John Roach, who presided over the original trial, after a hearing on Wednesday where Judge Sid Harle ruled that Roach's public comments created an appearance of bias. Anthony, who was convicted of stabbing Metcalf at a Frisco track meet and sentenced to 35 years, is seeking a retrial based on claims of trial access restrictions and prosecutorial misconduct. The new trial hearing is scheduled for Thursday at 9 a.m.

via AP News|

#austin-metcalf #judge-john-roach #karmelo-anthony