Illinois Supreme Court throws out actor Jussie Smollett's conviction in 2019 hate crime hoax

The video discusses Jesse Smollett's criminal case, where he was convicted in 2019 for staging a hate crime. Initially, charges were dropped by the Cook County State's Attorney but later reinstated by a special prosecutor. The current decision may prevent Smollett from serving a five-month jail sentence, although he maintains his innocence.

What year was Jesse Smollett convicted of staging a hate crime?

• 2021

• 2020

• 2018

• 2019

What did Jesse Smollett claim happened to him on the streets?

• He was robbed by two men.

• He was followed by paparazzi.

• He was involved in a car accident.

• He was attacked by two men shouting homophobic slurs.

Who initially dropped the charges against Smollett?

• The federal prosecutor

• The Cook County State's Attorney

• The special prosecutor

• The district attorney

What could today's decision potentially prevent for Smollett?

• A fine

• A community service sentence

• A 5-month jail sentence

• A probation period

What has Jesse Smollett consistently claimed regarding the charges?

• He was unsure about the charges.

• He has always maintained his innocence.

• He pleaded guilty.

• He admitted to the charges.