Retrial Plans and Police Impropriety

The chapter delves into the mistrial in Karen Reed's case, as prosecutors aim to retry her following jurors' deadlock. It exposes concerns regarding lead investigator Michael Proctor's undisclosed personal connections and unprofessional conduct, sparking questions about conflicts of interest and police ethics. The chapter also explores the defense team's effective strategy in creating doubt and the potential for a plea deal, before shifting focus to the Supreme Court's impact on federal agency rules post the Chevron doctrine overturning.