What was the outcome of Hannahs trial?
Matthew Barrera
Updated on April 22, 2026
In the penultimate episode of the season, the jury returns with their decision: The school district is judged not guilty in how it treated Hannah Baker. Obviously, the news is devastating for Mrs. Baker, as well as Clay Jensen and a number of the other kids who testified on Hannah's behalf.
Does Hannah's case win?
8. Do Hannah's parents win their lawsuit? As we know, Hannah's parents filed a lawsuit against the school for their failure to detect or protect Hannah in the events that lead to her taking her own life. They had a strong enough case to win despite not entering the tapes as evidence.Do the Bakers win the lawsuit 13 Reasons Why?
A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit on Tuesday against Netflix that was brought by the family of a teenager whose suicide was allegedly triggered by watching the show 13 Reasons Why. The judge based the ruling on free speech protections.Did Mrs Baker win the case?
Even though Mrs. Baker (Kate Walsh) put her entire life and soul into the case, the school ultimately won, thanks to the multiple secrets that came out during the trial. Mr. Porter (Derek Luke) even admitted on the stand that he didn't do everything he could.Does Jessica tell the truth about Bryce in court?
During the trial, however, Chloe can't bring herself to share the truth, instead opting to claim that her sexual encounter with Bryce in the Clubhouse was consensual. Afterward, Jessica tells Justin (Brandon Flynn) not to blame Chloe for what happened in court.Brian Ross Investigates: Vigilante Justice or Injustice?
Does Chloe testify against Bryce?
Chlöe agreed on testifying against Bryce, but lied in court about remembering having consensual sex with him. Chlöe met up with Bryce and told him she feels safe with him and believes he's a good person.Who did clay end up with?
He is talked down by officers and is let off of the hook. On the series finale, Clay gives a speech at graduation and he meets a girl named Heidi (Veronica St. Clair) who will also be attending Brown next semester. The two agree to get coffee and look at course catalogs together.Did Andy and Olivia get a divorce?
He is portrayed by Brian d'Arcy James. Andrew is the father of the late Hannah Baker and the ex-husband of Olivia Baker. He is also the former co-owner of Baker's Drug Store. In the third season, it's revealed that he married his mistress Valerie after his and Oliva's divorce was finalized.Did Bryce lie in court?
Bryce flat-out lies on the stand.Ew! Bryce doesn't know what love is. He said he could tell that Hannah was a troubled girl. Then the Bakers' lawyer questions Bryce about whether or not Hannah gave consent to sex in the hot tub.