mistrial
/ˈmɪsˌtraɪəl/
noun
- A trial that is ended by a judge before a verdict is reached, usually because of a legal error, jury disagreement, or other serious problem.
- A mistrial was called because a lawyer made an improper statement in court.
- The defendant was relieved when the mistrial gave them a chance for a new trial.
- The judge declared a mistrial after the jury could not agree on a verdict.