Jussie Smollett’s Conviction in Alleged Hoax Street Attack Overturned by Illinois Supreme Court
The Hollywood ReporterStory by Kevin Dolak
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Jussie Smollett's conviction in alleged hoax attack overturned by Illinois Supreme Court, opening up new drama in high-profile case.
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- Illinois Supreme Court ruled 5-0 that Smollett's second prosecution was a violation of his due process rights, reversing his conviction.
- Smollett's attorney, Nenye Uche, called the initial prosecution a 'vindictive persecution,' highlighting the heated legal battle surrounding this case.
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Jussie Smollett, Abimbola Osundairo, Olabinjo Osundairo, Nenye Uche, Fox TV, Empire, Lost Holliday