Merit Decision: Juror Misconduct, Mistrials and Double Jeopardy. State v Gunnell.
On July 19, 2012, the Supreme Court of Ohio handed down a merit decision in State v. Gunnell, 2012-Ohio-3236. The issue in this state’s appeal is whether a mistrial was properly granted. If not, double jeopardy barred retrial. The Background Facts This is … Continue reading →