Lindsay Clancy trial recap: Likely final witnesses testify about psychosis and more - NBC Boston
The murder trial of Lindsay Clancy continues with forensic experts debating her mental state at the time of her children's deaths. Testimony focused on whether she was suffering from postpartum psychosis or was criminally responsible.
Why it matters
The case highlights the intersection of mental health, criminal law, and the legal definition of responsibility in high-profile murder trials.
A forensic psychologist said Tuesday that he believed the Duxbury mother to be criminally responsible for murder in the deaths of her three children, while a forensic psychiatrist called her account of her mental state into question. Our legal experts discuss the impact the testimony will have when jurors deliberate. Plus, what we know about the reporter seen smiling at a camera in court.
Follow along with the latest developments in court Wednesday and watch the live proceedings here
Testimony continued Tuesday in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial after the defense moved for a mistrial over a new comment about mortal sin on Monday.
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