Jury Seated In Trial Of Jussie Smollett, Ex-"Empire" Actor

Jussie Smollett, a former Empire actor, faces six counts of falsely reporting a hate crime. He claimed two men attacked him in Chicago, beating him and pouring bleach on him while using slurs. However, two brothers allege Smollett paid them to stage the attack. If convicted, Smollett could face up to three years in prison and a $25,000 fine per count.

What is Molette accused of in the case?

• Driving under the influence

• Assaulting a police officer

• Falsely reporting a hate crime

• Stealing from a store

Where did Smollett claim the attack took place?

• New York City

• Los Angeles

• Downtown Chicago

• Miami

What did Smollett allege the attackers did to him?

• Stole his wallet

• Vandalized his car

• Poured bleach on him

• Kidnapped him

Who claimed that Smollett paid them to stage the attack?

• His manager

• Two brothers who worked with him

• Two police officers

• A group of strangers

What is the maximum prison sentence Smollett could face if convicted?

• Five years

• Three years

• Two years

• One year