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What happens next after Lindsay Clancy murder trial mistrial ruling | FOX 10 Phoenix

A mistrial has been declared in the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy after a jury deadlocked with an 11-1 vote. Legal expert Josh Kolsrud joined Ellen McNamara and Marc Martinez to analyze the courtroom developments, including the lone holdout juror who reportedly recognized reasonable doubt while others sought a different verdict. The defense attorney, Kevin Reddington, requested to remove the holdout juror, but Judge Sullivan denied the motion, leading to a special action appeal that was rejected by the state supreme court. The discussion highlighted controversies surrounding the defense attorney's public statements following the ruling. Kolsrud noted that revealing details about the holdout juror raised significant concerns about potential jury intimidation and public pressure. The judge ultimately declared a mistrial to avoid coercing the jury after multiple notes indicated they could not reach a unanimous verdict. Looking ahead to a potential retrial, legal analysts suggest the process could take a year or longer as attorneys navigate jury selection and potential changes of venue. Retrials statistically favor the prosecution roughly 85% of the time, as prosecutors gain insight into defense strategies. Future proceedings may also address whether to sequester the jury or remove cameras to limit the impact of intense social media exposure.