In a recent development, actor Jussie Smollett has approached the Illinois Supreme Court in his ongoing legal battle, claiming that he should never have been charged and prosecuted a second time for faking an attack. Smollett argues that the second indictment violated a deal made with prosecutors when the first charges were dismissed.

According to legal documents filed by Smollett, the State's Attorney's office offered him a deal after the initial indictment by a Cook County Grand Jury. The agreement involved the actor performing community service and forfeiting his bond to the City of Chicago, in exchange for the case not being prosecuted. Smollett points to statements made by the prosecutor at the time, which indicated that the case would not be pursued.

Smollett contends that the decision to indict him again was a result of yielding to public outcry. He maintains that he fulfilled his part of the agreement by completing community service and forfeiting his bond. Therefore, filing the case again constitutes a violation of the principle of double jeopardy.

However, Smollett's argument has thus far been rejected by both the trial judge and the Illinois appellate court. Undeterred, the actor is now seeking recourse from the highest court in the state. Smollett's legal team is hoping that their appeal will bring about a different outcome.

The actor's legal troubles stem from his conviction on five felony charges related to orchestrating a fake attack. He had previously been sentenced to serve 150 days, but only spent six days in custody before being released pending the outcome of his appeal.

It remains to be seen how the Illinois Supreme Court will proceed in light of Smollett's plea. The case has garnered significant public attention and raised debates surrounding the complexities of prosecution and fairness in the criminal justice system.