Livestream, live updates: New rebuttal witness testifies in Lindsay Clancy trial - NBC Boston
The murder trial of Lindsay Clancy was interrupted by a motion for a mistrial after a prosecution witness introduced religious testimony regarding mortal sin. The judge denied the motion but instructed the jury to disregard the specific comments.
Why it matters
The case is a high-profile legal proceeding involving complex questions of mental health, postpartum psychosis, and criminal responsibility.
After one of the prosecution’s rebuttal witnesses brought up religion, Lindsay Clancy’s defense attorney moved for a mistrial. While the request was denied, the judge had stern words for the prosecution and told jurors that part of the testimony “is not to be considered.” Our legal analysts weigh in on the latest major twist in the case.
Follow along with the developments in court Tuesday and watch the live proceedings here
Testimony was interrupted Monday in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial by a motion for a mistrial over a new comment about mortal sin.
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