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Sentencing For Derek Chauvin Delayed To June 25
Derek Chauvin was convicted on April 20 of second and third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter in the death of George Floyd.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
George Floyd: Life, Death and Legacy
Patch reporting on the death of George Floyd and the changes being implemented in Minneapolis to address police brutality.
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Derek Chauvin To Be Sentenced June 16: Report
Judge Peter Cahill will determine how many years Derek Chauvin spends in prison.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
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'He Was Guilty.' Extra Juror In Favor Of Chauvin Conviction
The identities of jurors and alternates are protected under the judge's order, and Lisa Christensen is the first to publicly speak out.
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Can Chauvin Get His Convictions Tossed On Appeal?
Here's a look at some of the issues Chauvin's lawyers might cite in their expected appeal, and their chances of prevailing.
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George Floyd Justice In Policing Act: What To Know
Within the bill is a provision to establish a national police misconduct registry overseen by the federal Department of Justice.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
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Derek Chauvin's Possible Prison Sentence: What To Know
State prosecutors say Derek Chauvin should serve a longer prison sentence due to aggravating factors in his case.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
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Here's How The Police Initially Described George Floyd's Death
The police began their May 26, 2020 statement by saying that a man died after a "medical incident" during a "police interaction."
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
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Crowds React With Joy, Wariness To Verdict In Floyd's Death
At the Minneapolis intersection where Floyd died, a vigil gave way to celebration as crowds began to course down the streets.
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In Minneapolis, City Fortified After Chauvin Guilty Verdict
Behind all the security are the days of violence that began with protests over George Floyd's death.
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'We Are Able To Breathe Again': Floyd Family Reacts To Verdict
"I feel relieved today that I finally have the opportunity to hopefully get some sleep," Philonise Floyd​ said after the guilty verdict.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
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Minneapolis Reacts To Chauvin Trial Verdict: PHOTOS
Emotional scenes were captured in Minneapolis after it was announced that Chauvin was found guilty on all charges.
Morgan Reddekopp, Patch Staff
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Jury Finds Derek Chauvin Guilty On All Counts In Death Of Floyd
The former Minneapolis police officer has been on trial in the 2020 Memorial Day death of George Floyd.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
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President Biden On Chauvin Trial: Praying For 'Right Verdict'
President Joe Biden said he waited until the jury was sequestered before commenting on a possible verdict in the Derek Chauvin trial.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
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Judge: Chauvin Trial May Be Overturned Due To Rep. Maxine Waters
Judge Peter Cahill said the congresswoman's comments on Derek Chauvin "may result in this whole trial being overturned" down the line.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
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Read The Jury Instructions Given In The Derek Chauvin Trial
A Hennepin County jury has begun deliberating a verdict in the murder trial against former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
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Emergency Declared In 7 MN Counties As Chauvin Jury Deliberates
Gov. Tim Walz requested law enforcement support from other states as Minnesota braces for a verdict in the trial against Derek Chauvin.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
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Chauvin Trial: Facebook Lists Minneapolis As 'High-Risk Location'
The label means Facebook staff is closely monitoring posts about Minneapolis as the nation awaits a verdict in the Derek Chauvin trial.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
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Derek Chauvin Trial: Jury Begins Verdict Deliberations
The jury has begun to deliberate a verdict after the closing arguments were given in the murder trial against former officer Derek Chauvin.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
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Minneapolis Suspends In-Person School Before Chauvin Verdict
Closing arguments in the murder trial against Derek Chauvin will begin Monday, after which the jury will deliberate a verdict.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
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Ex-Cop Derek Chauvin Invokes 5th Amendment, Will Not Testify
Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin told the court Thursday he will not testify in his murder trial.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
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Derek Chauvin Murder Trial In George Floyd's Death: Livestream
The defense team for former police officer Derek Chauvin Tuesday will begin calling up their own witnesses to testify in the murder trial.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
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Judge Refuses To Sequester Jury In George Floyd Murder Case
The request came from the attorney for former Minneapolis police Officer Derek Chauvin.
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Livestream: Medical Examiner Testifies In Chauvin Trial
Dr. Andrew Baker, the Hennepin County medical examiner, was called to testify in the murder trial against former officer Derek Chauvin.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
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Expert Says Floyd Died From A Lack Of Oxygen
George Floyd died of a lack of oxygen from being pinned facedown on the pavement with his hands cuffed behind him, a medical expert said.
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Who Is Eric Nelson, Derek Chauvin's Attorney In Floyd's Death
Minnesota-based attorney Eric Nelson is front and center in Derek Chauvin's trial, which is being livestreamed across the globe.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
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Minneapolis Chief: Chauvin Violated Policy Before Floyd Died
Former Minneapolis officer Derek Chauvin was not following department policy prior to George Floyd's death, according to the police chief.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
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Police Chief To Testify In Derek Chauvin Trial: Watch Livestream
Chief of the Minneapolis Police Department Medaria Arradondo will take the stand Monday in the trial over George Floyd's death.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
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Lieutenant: Kneeling On Floyd's Neck 'Totally Unnecessary'
"If your knee is on a person's neck, that can kill him," said Lt. Richard Zimmerman.
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Floyd's Girlfriend Recalls Their Struggles With Addiction
The defense has argued that Derek Chauvin did what he was trained to do and that George Floyd’s death was caused by illegal drug use.
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2 Views Of Floyd Onlookers: Desperate To Help, Or Angry Mob
Video of the scene suggests something less than a crowd — around 15 people can be seen on surveillance video on the sidewalk.
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Witnesses: Onlooker Anger Increased As Floyd Stopped Moving
The firefighter, Genevieve Hansen, wept on the witness stand as she recalled how she was not allowed to give any medical assistance.
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Chauvin Trial In George Floyd's Death: Watch Livestream Day 2
The public can watch a livestream of the murder trial for former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin in the death of George Floyd.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
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Chauvin Attorney Blames Crowd At Scene Of George Floyd's Death
Derek Chauvin's defense attorney said Monday that the crowd at the scene of George Floyd's arrest distracted the police officers.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
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Witness Describes Seeing Floyd 'Slowly Fade Away'
Donald Williams, a former wrestler who said he was trained in mixed martial arts including chokeholds, testified Monday.
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Derek Chauvin Trial Over George Floyd's Death: Watch Livestream
The trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin begins Monday with the prosecutors and defense giving opening statements.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
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Derek Chauvin Trial In George Floyd's Death: What To Know Monday
Derek Chauvin faces third-degree murder, second-degree manslaughter, and second-degree unintentional murder charges in George Floyd's death.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
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Full Jury Seated In Derek Chauvin Trial That Starts March 29
The 15th and final member of the pool was chosen Tuesday, wrapping up a process that took more than two weeks.
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Minneapolis Stores Prepare For Potential Of More Street Violence
In December, the Minneapolis City Council ended its ban on security shutters​, and store owners are racing to put them up.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
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Judge Won't Move Derek Chauvin Trial; 13th Juror Picked
Jury selection in the trial of Derek Chauvin will stretch into a third week after attorneys seated just one additional juror Friday.
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2 Jurors Dropped From Chauvin Trial After $27M Settlement
Seven jurors remain, including four men and three women.
