# Jury Instructions at the Heart of Appeal | Lincoln News

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Podcast: [Lincoln News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/lincoln-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7568434)
Published: 2026-09-04T11:39:46+00:00
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An Omaha doctor, Mark Carlson, is fighting for his life in the Nebraska Supreme Court, arguing his manslaughter trial was fatally flawed because the jury lacked clear instructions on evaluating his fainting defense. The crash that killed 22-year-old Anna Bosma during a Labor Day weekend speeding incident has sparked a legal battle over whether unconsciousness automatically excuses criminal liability — and whether jurors were properly guided. Prosecutors insist the jury received adequate instructions, while Carlson’s team says the ambiguity doomed his case. Sentenced to up to ten years, Carlson expressed remorse; the victim’s family felt justice was served at trial — but now, the state’s highest court must decide if the verdict stands or falls. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/470a4423d692b0de

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