Lindsay Clancy Juror Intimidation Accusation
A 56-year-old woman accused of photographing jurors outside Plymouth courthouse has appeared before a judge on serious juror harassment charges.
Dawn Light, 56, who is accused of taking photographs of jurors outside the Plymouth courthouse where the Lindsay Clancy trial is being heard, is standing trial for juror intimidation.
Crime of Photographing Jurors at Courthouse
Dawn Light is accused of sitting in a restricted area of the courthouse and taking photographs of jurors exiting the building. Her lawyer defended during the hearing that the allegations stemmed from a misunderstanding and did not accept the charges.
Background and Course of the Trial
Thirty-six-year-old Lindsay Clancy is accused of killing her three children. The jury has been deliberating on a verdict since Thursday regarding the trial, which is being broadcast live and has attracted intense national and international attention.
Court Decisions and Bans
Massachusetts prosecutors stated that this action endangered the security of the judicial system. The nurse, who has no criminal record, was ordered to stay away from the courthouse and individuals related to the case.
Prosecution Demands and Defense
Although the prosecution requested fifty thousand dollars in cash bail, the judge rejected this request. The defendant's attorney stated that his client's intention was to photograph Lindsay Clancy, not the jury.