Judge orders jury to resume deliberations after deadlocking in NYC subway chokehold death trial

The judge in the subway chokehold trial has urged the jury to continue deliberations after they reported being unable to reach a unanimous verdict on the first count. Daniel Penny, a former Marine, is charged with causing the death of Jordan Neely by holding him in a chokehold for six minutes. If found guilty, Penny could face up to 15 years in prison.

What action did the judge take regarding the jury's deliberation?

• Urged the jury to continue deliberating

• Declared a mistrial

• Announced a verdict

• Dismissed the jury

What was the jury unable to do according to their note to the judge?

• Reach a unanimous verdict on count 1

• Conclude the trial

• Agree on a sentence

• Decide on a plea deal

Who is Daniel Penny accused of holding in a chokehold?

• A subway passenger

• A fellow Marine

• A police officer

• Jordan Neely, a homeless subway performer

How long did Daniel Penny allegedly hold Jordan Neely in a chokehold?

• 15 minutes

• 10 minutes

• 6 minutes

• 3 minutes

What is the maximum prison sentence Daniel Penny could face if convicted?

• 10 years

• 20 years

• 5 years

• 15 years