IL - Actor Jussie Smollett, hate crime hoax, Jan 2019 *Guilty* #7

[mickey2942]

@MyBelle respectfully, I disagree. JS case is critical INMO. It is one of the few times that lying to LEO, in the commission of a "hoax" hate crime is being prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

So many of these crimes are widely spread over media, and when a hoax is discovered the crimes and perpetrator quietly disappear in the ever changing news cycle. Now, these crimes are finally taken seriously by LEO, and prosecution. As they should be, so that other potential perpetrators of "fake hate crimes" realize that this is not a joke to create a huge drama, and then skip away like nothing happened.

 

[GatorFL]

@MyBelle respectfully, I disagree. JS case is critical INMO. It is one of the few times that lying to LEO, in the commission of a "hoax" hate crime is being prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

So many of these crimes are widely spread over media, and when a hoax is discovered the crimes and perpetrator quietly disappear in the ever changing news cycle. Now, these crimes are finally taken seriously by LEO, and prosecution. As they should be, so that other potential perpetrators of "fake hate crimes" realize that this is not a joke to create a huge drama, and then skip away like nothing happened.

I guess we have Jussie to thank for that. Pretty much everybody immediately knew it was a hoax. Michelle 0bama had a chat with Kim Foxx but everybody knew it was some kind of cover up. It was good there was an enormous public outcry. Had there not been, he would have gotten off with a slap on the wrist.

He needs to do every day of time he was sentenced.

 

[MyBelle]

@MyBelle respectfully, I disagree. JS case is critical INMO. It is one of the few times that lying to LEO, in the commission of a "hoax" hate crime is being prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

So many of these crimes are widely spread over media, and when a hoax is discovered the crimes and perpetrator quietly disappear in the ever changing news cycle. Now, these crimes are finally taken seriously by LEO, and prosecution. As they should be, so that other potential perpetrators of "fake hate crimes" realize that this is not a joke to create a huge drama, and then skip away like nothing happened.

I agree with you that JS belongs in jail. I think it was Chicago rank & file LE who forced the local politicians to take the hoax seriously and I applaud them for doing so!

JMO

 

[RatHole]

@MyBelle respectfully, I disagree. JS case is critical INMO. It is one of the few times that lying to LEO, in the commission of a "hoax" hate crime is being prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

So many of these crimes are widely spread over media, and when a hoax is discovered the crimes and perpetrator quietly disappear in the ever changing news cycle. Now, these crimes are finally taken seriously by LEO, and prosecution. As they should be, so that other potential perpetrators of "fake hate crimes" realize that this is not a joke to create a huge drama, and then skip away like nothing happened.

Curious, how often do you think "fake hate crimes" are committed?
I would think its incredibly rare

 

[mickey2942]

Curious, how often do you think "fake hate crimes" are committed?
I would think its incredibly rare

There are two here right now, Sheri Papini, who accused Hispanic people of kidnapping her, and Carlee Russell, accused a white man of kidnapping her.

Carlee Russell's fake kidnapping sparks legislation proposing tougher penalties in wake of costly hoax - WVUA 23

The 2024 Alabama legislative session is underway in Montgomery. Lawmakers have several issues to discuss including one relating to a case that made headlines across the nation…. and turned out to be a hoax. Alabama state senator April Weaver sponsored legislation that demands prison time and...

www.wvua23.com

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[RatHole]

There are two here right now, Sheri Papini, who accused Hispanic people of kidnapping her, and Carlee Russell, accused a white man of kidnapping her.

Carlee Russell's fake kidnapping sparks legislation proposing tougher penalties in wake of costly hoax - WVUA 23

The 2024 Alabama legislative session is underway in Montgomery. Lawmakers have several issues to discuss including one relating to a case that made headlines across the nation…. and turned out to be a hoax. Alabama state senator April Weaver sponsored legislation that demands prison time and...

www.wvua23.com

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ok gotcha, IMO 2 in the last 8 years isnt alot.

I find this article quite informative

Hate Crime Hoaxes Are Rare, but Can Be ‘Devastating’ (Published 2019)

In the aftermath of Jussie Smollett’s arrest, one lawmaker has promised to draft a bill increasing the penalty for filing false reports.

www.nytimes.com

 

[Countem]

Jussie Smollett's Special Prosecutor Says No Grounds for Supreme Court Appeal

Jussie Smollett doesn't understand the law, and he's barking up the wrong tree with the Illinois Supreme Court ... at least that's how the special prosecutor views the actor's appeal.

www.tmz.com

 

[Mauig’ma]

Jussie Smollett's Special Prosecutor Says No Grounds for Supreme Court Appeal

Jussie Smollett doesn't understand the law, and he's barking up the wrong tree with the Illinois Supreme Court ... at least that's how the special prosecutor views the actor's appeal.

www.tmz.com

What a lying loser

 

[mickey2942]

Five month rehabilitation stay, which equals to about 150 days. I see this as a ploy for Smollett to use this as his "in lieu" of incarceration if the appeal doesn't go through.

Jussie Smollett Completes 5 Month Outpatient Treatment Program

Jussie Smollett completes his rehab stint.

www.tmz.com

 

[Puzzles8]

Five month rehabilitation stay, which equals to about 150 days. I see this as a ploy for Smollett to use this as his "in lieu" of incarceration if the appeal doesn't go through.

Jussie Smollett Completes 5 Month Outpatient Treatment Program

Jussie Smollett completes his rehab stint.

www.tmz.com

I think you are so right, JS will do anything to avoid actual incarceration.

IMO, he knows has played his last card, his sham is finally over.

His Prosecutor Kim Foxx did not run for reelection yesterday in the Primary Election. IMO, she knows her career is over because of this case.

Eileen O'Neill Burke and Clayton Harris III (both Democrats) are locked neck in neck for KF's CCSA position. As of tonight, the primary election is still too close to call. IMO, in Chicago, only Democrats have any chance at election, so the Primary Elections here in March are the equivalent of the Fall Elections.

Cook County State's Attorney's election too close to call; Will mail-in ballots swing race?

The Cook County State's Attorney primary race between Democrats Clayton Harris III and Eileen O'Neill Burke is too close to call, and may be for several days.

abc7chicago.com

JMO

 

[mickey2942]

I think you are so right, JS will do anything to avoid actual incarceration.

IMO, he knows has played his last card, his sham is finally over.

His Prosecutor Kim Foxx did not run for reelection yesterday in the Primary Election. IMO, she knows her career is over because of this case.

Eileen O'Neill Burke and Clayton Harris III (both Democrats) are locked neck in neck for KF's CCSA position. As of tonight, the primary election is still too close to call. IMO, in Chicago, only Democrats have any chance at election, so the Primary Elections here in March are the equivalent of the Fall Elections.

Cook County State's Attorney's election too close to call; Will mail-in ballots swing race?

The Cook County State's Attorney primary race between Democrats Clayton Harris III and Eileen O'Neill Burke is too close to call, and may be for several days.

abc7chicago.com

JMO

The judge would have to agree to it. But I am pretty sure that he will just sign it, to be done with the mess. It was outpatient treatment. And what I personally thought JS should have done years ago, when the mess started going south on him.

Annoying. I doubt he got anything out of the boutique program he attended. But, no doubt the paperwork will be in order.

 

[mickey2942]

Jussie Smollett update: Actor asks Illinois Supreme Court to review conviction being upheld

Actor Jussie Smollett is asking the Illinois Supreme Court to review a ruling that upheld his Cook County conviction for lying about an alleged hate crime, court records show.

abc7chicago.com

This is interesting reading, Smollett's defense team, pulling all of the stops, except, they do not put forth the crux of the issue. Smollett states unequivocally, that he is "innocent". It is really almost sad, if he had just "manned up", done his time, and moved forward, it would be over.

Instead, his defense team files appeals, (I really have to wonder where the money is coming from to pay this team), grasping at straws for a dismissal. They put forth so many reasons, except, stating that their client is not a liar, and he is completely innocent of the charges against him.

 

[PrairieWind]

Jussie Smollett update: Actor asks Illinois Supreme Court to review conviction being upheld

Actor Jussie Smollett is asking the Illinois Supreme Court to review a ruling that upheld his Cook County conviction for lying about an alleged hate crime, court records show.

abc7chicago.com

This is interesting reading, Smollett's defense team, pulling all of the stops, except, they do not put forth the crux of the issue. Smollett states unequivocally, that he is "innocent". It is really almost sad, if he had just "manned up", done his time, and moved forward, it would be over.

Instead, his defense team files appeals, (I really have to wonder where the money is coming from to pay this team), grasping at straws for a dismissal. They put forth so many reasons, except, stating that their client is not a liar, and he is completely innocent of the charges against him.

The powers that be were pretty successful initially to get this matter resolved for Jussie and there were some pretty impressive names in there. I am sure those same people are still there behind the scenes. I am very suspicious that these appeals are all above board. We will see.

 

[Cool Cats]

Wed, March 27, 2024 at 12:12 PM EDT

Illinois Supreme Court to hear Jussie Smollett appeal

The Illinois Supreme Court has agreed to hear an appeal from Jussie Smollett, the former “Empire” actor whose convictions for staging a hate crime caused fevered international media attention. This means that the case, which has continued as Smollett fights his convictions, will carry on a...

news.yahoo.com

 

[mickey2942]

Wed, March 27, 2024 at 12:12 PM EDT

Illinois Supreme Court to hear Jussie Smollett appeal

The Illinois Supreme Court has agreed to hear an appeal from Jussie Smollett, the former “Empire” actor whose convictions for staging a hate crime caused fevered international media attention. This means that the case, which has continued as Smollett fights his convictions, will carry on a...

news.yahoo.com

Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts

Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts contains Supreme, Appellate and Circuit Court information, including judges, and the opinions of the Supreme and Appellate Courts.

www.illinoiscourts.gov

Interesting. I wonder what will happen if it is a three/three split?

And the "Community Service" argument is a joke. Smollett did not go through the process for "Community Service". It has to have a documented supervisor who signs the hours, and it is a contract between the person and the court, but the case never went to court! A DA doesn't "sentence" someone to Community Service, only a judge can do that, even in a diversion program, the court is involved. Because there is usually a separate sentence, if the party does not do the Community Service hours assigned.

 

[mickey2942]

I believe that I linked this previously, but this is the information about performing "Community Service" hours in Cook County. It is not just some sort of "handshake" deal that was cooked up between Foxx and Smollett.

Community Service Program

 

[mickey2942]

I personally find it interesting that the State of Illinois Supreme Court accepted his appeal, but for some reason, it just isn't scheduled...

https://www.usnews.com/news/entertainment/articles/2024-03-27/illinois-supreme-court-to-hear-actor-jussie-smollett-appeal-of-conviction-for-staging-racist-attack

 

[al66pine]

Jussie. Hit a Trifecta?

I personally find it interesting that the State of Illinois Supreme Court accepted his appeal, but for some reason, it just isn't scheduled...

https://www.usnews.com/news/entertainment/articles/2024-03-27/illinois-supreme-court-to-hear-actor-jussie-smollett-appeal-of-conviction-for-staging-racist-attack

@mickey2942 once you updated us on JS' legal appeal, I had to see what he's been doing in the world of entertainment.

The imdb,com entry for "The Lost Holliday" (yes, w two L's) names him as actor, producer, director. Released last month.

Not seeing it available on any streaming services yet, can't tell if it opened in theaters, not planning to view, maybe just me.

For anyone curious for more ---
Jussie Smollett | Actor, Producer, Director

The Lost Holliday (2024) ⭐ 2.4 | Drama

1h 36m

www.imdb.com

 

[Puzzles8]

I believe that I linked this previously, but this is the information about performing "Community Service" hours in Cook County. It is not just some sort of "handshake" deal that was cooked up between Foxx and Smollett.

Community Service Program

You are correct, it did fit the definition of Community Service in Cook County.

The only problem is that JS's 'Community Service' was already 'served' before it was announced. His community service was served over a weekend and it was not announced until the following Monday. It consisted of several hours volunteering in Jesse Jackson's office, allegedly answering phones. This suggests to me it was a 'backroom deal'.

JMO

ETA - IMO, the Community Service does not seem equitable given the gravity of his crime.

 

[mickey2942]

Jussie Smollett's recent interview.

Inside Jussie Smollett's 'Darkest Day' and How the Alleged 2019 Hoax 'Tested My Strength': 'I Was Numb' (Exclusive)

In a wide ranging interview with PEOPLE, Jussie Smollett sits down to discuss the aftermath of the 2019 incident and how he's facing the future.

people.com