Courts Grapple With Problem of People Betting on the Outcome of Jury Cases
October 11, 2026
October 11, 2026
CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 11 -- The University of Chicago posted the following news:
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Courts Grapple With Problem of People Betting on the Outcome of Jury Cases
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During the summer murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, bettors wagered more than $100,000 on the verdict. Since a deadlocked jury forced a mistrial in early September, more than $500,000 in additional bets have been placed on whether the Massachusetts woman accused of killing her childr . . .
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Courts Grapple With Problem of People Betting on the Outcome of Jury Cases
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During the summer murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, bettors wagered more than $100,000 on the verdict. Since a deadlocked jury forced a mistrial in early September, more than $500,000 in additional bets have been placed on whether the Massachusetts woman accused of killing her childr . . .