The Nieves Law Firm Criminal Defense Attorneys

The Nieves Law Firm Criminal Defense Attorneys We take the criminal out of criminal defense. We take the "criminal" out of criminal defense.

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09/09/2026

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09/08/2026

A man is accused of posing as a San Francisco 49ers player and using fake investments and romantic relationships to allegedly defraud 26 women out of more than $1.3 million.
Criminal defense attorney Jo-Anna Nieves breaks down the federal wire fraud charges, what prosecutors will have to prove, and why intent, financial records, and digital evidence could be critical to the case.

But remember: these are allegations, not convictions. Both defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.
What do you think will be the most important evidence in this case?

09/07/2026

The Lindsay Clancy trial ended in a mistrial after 12 jurors were unable to reach a unanimous decision. Attorney Jo-Anna Nieves joined NewsNation to discuss the outcome.

From the beginning, this was an extraordinarily complicated case. With 84 witnesses, more than 300 exhibits, weeks of testimony, and seven days of deliberations, the jury faced enormous pressure while weighing questions of criminal responsibility and mental illness. The final hours focused heavily on one holdout juror, with the defense making an emergency appeal to have that juror removed and replaced with an alternate. Jo-Anna explains why she believes Judge Sullivan ultimately exercised careful discretion in deciding not to intervene in the jury’s deliberations. When the issue reached the state’s highest court, the defense’s request was denied, allowing the judge to proceed with the mistrial.
Was the judge right to leave the jury intact, or should the holdout juror have been replaced?

09/05/2026

Lindsay Clancy: “Everybody Lost” After the Mistrial

Following the Lindsay Clancy mistrial, the District Attorney defended his office against public criticism, emphasizing that their duty is to seek justice for the three children who lost their lives — not to follow public sentiment.

Attorney Jo-Anna Nieves explains why it’s not unusual for a DA to stand behind their prosecutors, even when their position is controversial.

With the prosecution, defense, and Clancy all left without the outcome they wanted, one thing is clear: there was no winner.
But could there be another trial? Jo-Anna believes the case will likely be retried, pointing to the DA’s strong public response and the prosecution’s continued confidence in its case.
Do you think Lindsay Clancy will face a second trial?

09/05/2026

Lindsay Clancy Mistrial: What Happens Next?

With the mistrial now declared, the original jury is officially excused but the case is not over. If there is a retrial, a completely new jury would hear the case.

Attorney Jo-Anna Nieves breaks down the possible next steps, including a potential retrial, a negotiated resolution, or the Commonwealth choosing not to move forward.

The defense believes the jury vote may have been 11–1 in Lindsay Clancy’s favor, with one juror allegedly refusing to follow the law as instructed by the judge. If true, that could explain why the defense appeared confident during the final stages of deliberations.
So what comes next for Lindsay Clancy?

09/04/2026

Lindsay Clancy Trial: Would the Commonwealth Retry Her After a Mistrial?

If the Lindsay Clancy jury ultimately deadlocks and the judge declares a mistrial, one major question remains: would the Commonwealth decide to try her again?

09/04/2026

Lindsay Clancy Trial: Can the Jury Still Reach a Verdict After 27+ Hours?

After more than 27 hours of deliberations, the question is becoming harder to ignore: are these jurors still working toward a verdict, or are they simply unable to bridge their differences?
Attorney Jo-Anna Nieves explains that sending jurors back to deliberate again doesn’t necessarily mean the judge believes they must reach a verdict. Instead, the instruction encourages the majority and minority sides to listen to each other, reconsider their positions, and determine whether anything could change their minds.
But Jo-Anna isn’t particularly optimistic that will happen here. After such extensive deliberations, she believes these jurors may already be firmly grounded in their conclusions. At this point, they may be digging in rather than moving toward the middle.

After 27+ hours, is the jury truly reconsidering its positions or are we watching a deadlock become inevitable?

09/04/2026

Lindsay Clancy Trial: Could This Case Change How Prosecutors Handle Similar Cases?

The Lindsay Clancy trial has sparked intense conversations about mental health, postpartum conditions, criminal responsibility, and how the justice system responds to women facing severe psychiatric struggles. But will those conversations actually change how prosecutors approach similar cases in the future?
Attorney Jo-Anna Nieves comments that public sentiment and the issues raised throughout this trial could eventually influence the legal system but realistically, she doesn’t expect this particular prosecution to take a step back and reconsider its approach.

Could the Clancy case ultimately change how future cases involving mental health and criminal responsibility are prosecuted or will the traditional focus on accountability remain unchanged?

09/04/2026

Lindsay Clancy Trial: Could a "Tuey-Rodriguez” Instruction Push the Jury Toward a Verdict?

Attorney Jo-Anna Nieves explains the purpose of an Tuey-Rodriguez Instruction also being referred to as an "Allen charge" or “dynamite charge.” It can encourage jurors who are struggling to reach an agreement to continue deliberating and remind them that they are in the best position to resolve the case.
In a case involving 84 witnesses and weeks of testimony, a hung jury could mean an enormous amount of evidence and resources would have to be revisited. The stakes are even higher given the tragic circumstances and the three lives at the center of this case.

After hours of deliberation, are we heading toward a hung jury?

09/04/2026

Caught Filming Inside the Lindsay Clancy Courthouse: What Could Happen Next?

A woman accused of photographing or filming inside the Lindsay Clancy trial is now facing consequences after allegedly entering a restricted area and capturing material she was not permitted to record.
Attorney Jo-Anna Nieves explains that while it can be argued that it was a mistake the court can takes it very seriously when court rules are violated. In this case, the fact that the woman deleted the photo and denied having it initially could be important when considering her intent.

The case may serve as a warning to everyone following high-profile trials. With the woman expected back in court in October, what consequences could she face for allegedly violating the court’s rules?

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