Once the SJC denied the stay, the sequence in the courtroom unfolded quickly:
- Judge Sullivan announced that the emergency appeal had been denied by the SJC.
- He then formally declared a mistrial in open court, with the jury present.
- The jurors were thanked and discharged, ending their service on the case.
- The court scheduled a status hearing for September 29, 2026, to discuss next steps, including the possibility of a retrial.
For Lindsay Clancy, the denial of emergency relief meant that the first trial was officially over without a verdict. The case moved into a new phase, with prosecutors now facing the decision of whether to seek a retrial, pursue a plea deal, or consider other options.
