The special prosecutor in Jussie Smollett’s case believes that his appeal to the Illinois Supreme Court is off course, suggesting the actor lacks a solid understanding of the law.
According to TMZ, special prosecutor Dan Webb, who convicted Jussie for lying about the hate crime hoax, rejected Jussie’s plea to the IL Supreme Court, saying Jussie’s claim of having an agreement to avoid prosecution doesn’t make sense.
But, Jussie asserts that he had an agreement with the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office, which included committing to community service, forfeiting his bond, and expecting the charges to be dropped.
However, Webb dismissed Smollett’s “imaginary” agreement, stating it doesn’t protect him from future charges. He also refutes Jussie’s double jeopardy claim, clarifying that the legal term doesn’t apply in this case.
As per documents obtained by TMZ, the special prosecutor states that protection from double jeopardy applies only after the accused has faced the risks of trial and potential conviction.
According to Webb, the initial charges against Jussie were dropped a mere 12 days after his arraignment, well before the formation of a jury, the swearing-in of witnesses, and the presentation of evidence.
Webb believes Jussie’s case isn’t fit for an IL Supreme Court review and wants the court to reject the appeal, allowing Jussie to finish his 150-day sentence, having served only six days.
