In a recent, closely watched murder trial, jurors remained deadlocked after more than 36 hours of deliberations, raising important questions about what happens when a jury cannot reach a unanimous verdict.
In this episode of Bloomberg Law Radio, former federal prosecutor Robert Mintz examines the Lindsay Clancy murder trial, discussing the significance of a holdout juror, the defense’s effort to argue that the prosecution failed to meet its burden of proving guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, and the potential implications if the court ultimately declares a mistrial.