Defense seeks rare judicial overturn of hung jury in Lindsay Clancy murder case

After a jury reported three deadlocks in the six-week trial of Lindsay Clancy, defense lawyer Kevin Reddington announced he will move to have Judge William Sullivan overturn the mistrial under a 25(b)(2) motion. The filing seeks a bench ruling that Clancy is not criminally responsible, citing temporary insanity linked to severe postpartum psychosis. Experts, including Boston attorney Peter Elikann, note that granting such a motion is virtually unprecedented in the Bay State.

The prosecution, led by District Attorney Timothy Cruz, has remained silent on its next steps, which could include a retrial, reduced charges, a plea deal, or dismissal. A hearing on the motion is scheduled for Sept. 29, and the names of the jurors are expected to be released on Sept. 18. If successful, the ruling would shield Clancy from a second trial; if denied, a new trial could be set for late fall.