Summary
This is a breaking story. Teachers and students can read about the verdict here . Live analysis of the verdict is here . On the afternoon of Friday, November 19, a jury in Kenosha, Wisconsin returned a verdict of not guilty on all counts in the trial of Kyle Rittenhouse, who shot three people, killing two, in the summer of 2020. The shootings took place during a protest against police violence including the police shooting of a Kenosha man. At the time of the protest, Rittenhouse was 17 years old and had crossed into Wisconsin from a nearby community in Illinois to face off against protesters.Five Facts
- Who is Kyle Rittenhouse?
- When and Where did he shoot three people, killing two, and what was happening at the time?
- What was Rittenhouse's defense?
- Why did prosecutors argue that Rittenhouse didn't meet the standards of self defense?
- How long did it take the jury to deliberate on the verdict?
Focus Questions
Discuss the verdict. Do you think the outcome was fair based on Wisconsin law, as described in the article above? Why or why not? What impact do you think this verdict might have on how U.S. citizens view self defense laws, open carry of arms and protest?For More
See this lesson on another case in the national spotlight that hinges on state self defense statutes. What are similarities and differences in the Rittenhouse case and the case of the men who killed Ahmaud Arbery?Educators: To receive the Daily News Lesson in your inbox each morning, sign up here .
