Wednesday, September 2, 2026

Lindsay Clancy Jury Deadlocked

 

Here's what a Tuey-Rodriguez charge entails, as read by the judge:

- A jury verdict is the principal way facts are decided in a criminal case.

- Absolute certainty cannot be expected.

- Each juror’s verdict must reflect their own convictions, not mere agreement with the majority.

- Jurors should listen with an open mind and give proper respect to others’ opinions.

- It is desirable that the case be decided.

- There is no reason to think another jury would be more intelligent, impartial, or competent, or that better evidence would appear.

- Jurors have a duty to decide the case if they can conscientiously do so.

- The Commonwealth still bears the burden of proof beyond a reasonable doubt.

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