Jussie Smollett trial: Closing arguments set to begin after both sides rest their case
Fox News
With the defense and the prosecution resting their respective cases earlier this week, closing arguments are set to begin Wednesday morning in the case against former “Empire” actor Jussie Smollett.
Smollett, 39, is charged with six counts of felony disorderly conduct for making what prosecutors say was a false police report about the alleged attack — one count for each time he gave a report — to three different officers. The class 4 felony carries a prison sentence of up to three years, but experts have said if Smollett is convicted, he would likely be placed on probation and ordered to perform community service.
After both sides wrap up their closing arguments, the jury is then expected to begin deliberating whether Smollett is guilty or innocent.