Kyle Rittenhouse trial: Experts explain charges, jury's process

Published November 15, 2021 5:44 PM CST

Closing arguments in the trial of Kyle Rittenhouse took place Monday, Nov. 15. With the case close to being handed to the jury, Defense attorney Michael Hart – who is not involved in the case – joined FOX6 News to explain the process of lesser charges, the judge's instructions to the jury and more.

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Ion Meyn, a law professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, joined FOX6 News at 5 amid the prosecution's rebuttal. He discussed the dismissal of charges, consideration of lesser charges and other elements of the case.

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