1. a trial that is declared invalid due to an error in proceedings or because the jury cannot reach a verdict
Usage: legal

Examples

• The judge declared a mistrial after discovering that evidence had been improperly presented.
• A hung jury resulted in a mistrial, forcing prosecutors to decide whether to retry the case.
• The defense attorney’s misconduct led to a mistrial being declared.
• After three days of deliberation, the jury remained deadlocked, prompting a mistrial.
• The mistrial meant that the defendant would have to face another trial.
• Procedural errors during jury selection caused the judge to order a mistrial.