Lawyers in Karen Read’s murder retrial are preparing for closing arguments after nearly eight weeks of testimony. Judge Cannone will hold a charge conference to outline jury instructions before deliberations begin. Charged with second-degree murder and other offenses linked to her boyfriend's death, Read maintains her innocence and suggests a conspiracy against her. High stakes loom, as a conviction could result in a life sentence, making jury instructions crucial following a previous mistrial that led to appeals.
Though charge conferences are generally considered a matter of housekeeping, it's likely Read's team will pore over the jury instructions with a fine tooth comb in light of last year's mistrial.
The stakes remain incredibly high: Read faces a possible life sentence if convicted of second-degree murder, and her two other charges could put her behind bars for years.
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