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Law’s Michael Benza explains why mistrials can lead to a retrial

Media | August 25, 2026 | Story by: Editorial Staff

Hung jury puts spotlight on mistrials

Sandusky Register: Michael Benza, professor of practice at the School of Law, explained that mistrials are a last resort, often caused by hung juries or serious trial problems. Because no verdict is reached, defendants generally can be retried without violating double jeopardy protections.

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