Mistrial

Second Trial Ends in Mistrial for Oregon Swim Instructor Accused of Groping Students

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OREGON, Wis. — The retrial of a local swim instructor charged with groping students concluded Thursday without a definitive verdict, resulting in a second mistrial. James Meicher, 71, faces three counts of second-degree sexual assault of a child linked to incidents that alleged occurred at the Oregon Community Pool in 2022. The retelling of the case follows a complicated legal process that began last November when jurors in the first trial could not reach a consensus, prompting a mistrial. Concerns have been raised about Meicher’s conduct, with allegations surfacing that staff at the pool were … Read more

Long-Awaited Justice on Hold: Mistrial Declared in 2004 Waterbury Murder Case as Jury Remains Deadlocked

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WATERBURY, Conn. — A judge has declared a mistrial in a high-profile murder case stemming from a 2004 incident, following reports that the jury was unable to reach a unanimous decision. The trial focused on the killing of 22-year-old John Doe, who was fatally shot at a local bar, a case that has haunted the city for nearly two decades. During deliberations, jurors expressed that they could not come to an agreement on the evidence presented, prompting the judge to intervene. This latest development has reignited discussions around the case, which had significant media attention … Read more

Juror Insights Shed Light on Controversial Verdict in Ethylene Oxide Case, Mistrial Declared for Punitive Damages

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Covington, Georgia — A jury has awarded a total of $70 million in damages to a plaintiff in a substantial case involving allegations of cancer linked to ethylene oxide exposure from a local sterilization facility. The decision includes $20 million in compensatory damages as well as an additional $50 million aimed at punishing the companies involved. Despite the financial award, the jury faced challenges determining whether the companies had intended to cause harm. Joy Buffington, a juror, expressed that the group struggled with this aspect of the case and ultimately reached a decision that did … Read more

Chaos in Court: Mistrial Declared as Defendant’s Suicide Attempt Shocks Child Molestation Case

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BROWNSTOWN, Ind. — A mistrial was declared in a child molestation case on May 1 after the defendant, 59-year-old Christopher G. Green, reportedly attempted to take his own life during the proceedings. The incident unfolded in Jackson Circuit Court, causing a significant disruption and prompting Judge Bruce P. MacTavish to halt the trial. Green faced serious charges related to alleged sexual offenses involving minors. The jury had already received evidence from several witnesses, but the trial took a dramatic turn when the defendant exhibited distress in the courtroom. Immediate medical assistance was rendered to Green … Read more