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Mystery note delays deliberations in John Edwards trial

Note is third such delay in as many days as deliberations spill into eighth day

Verdict: Edwards found not guilty on one count; judge declares mistrial on 5 other counts

Judge declares mistrial on other counts.

John Edwards trial: prosecutors drop charges

Justice Department won't retry former presidential candidate after mistrial.

Former US Sen. John Edwards leaves with his mother Bobbie Edwards (R) and daughter Cate Edwards (L) after the seventh day of jury deliberations at federal court May 29, 2012, in Greensboro, NC. (Photo by Sara D. Davis/Getty Images)

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