Derek Chauvin
The latest on Derek Chauvin. A former Minneapolis, Minnesota police officer, Chauvin was found guilty of second-degree unintentional murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter in the death of George Floyd in May 2020. Floyd's killing inspired protests and calls for police reform in the Minneapolis region and all across the United States.
A Year After Derek Chauvin's Conviction: What Has Happened Since?
Derek Chauvin was sentenced to 22.5 years in prison for the murder of George Floyd in 2021. Newsweek has details on what followed after the former police officer's conviction.
Where is Derek Chauvin Now? George Floyd's Killer Kept Isolated in Prison
Chauvin, a former police officer, was convicted of murdering Floyd, a Black man, on April 20, 2021, an event that sparked protests around the world.
Attorney for Cop in George Floyd Trial Says His Death 'Wasn't a Crime'
Closing arguments were presented Tuesday in the trial of former Minneapolis police officers Tou Thao, Alexander Kueng and Thomas Lane.
George Floyd's Restraint 'Seemed Reasonable,' One of the Officers Testified
Thomas Lane, Tou Thao and J. Alexander Kueng are all charged with willfully depriving Floyd of his constitutional rights.
17-Year-Old Named in Search Warrant That Led to Amir Locke's Death Arrested
A teen was arrested in connection with the no-knock search warrant that led to Amir Locke's fatal shooting by a police officer.
Ex-Cops in George Floyd Case to Face Mostly White Jury
The jury selection process was much different from the one in Derek Chauvin's trial, which had a jury of half white and half nonwhite members.
Jury Selected, Trial of Cops Connected to George Floyd's Death Set to Begin
J. Kueng, Thomas Lane and Tou Thao are charged with willfully depriving Floyd of his constitutional rights while "acting under color of law."
Both Sides Seek Delay in State Trial of Cops Charged in George Floyd Death
Both prosecution and defense filed a joint request to delay the state trial until after the federal civil rights trial starting later this month is finished.
9 Months After Derek Chauvin Conviction, 3 Other Cops head to Trial
All three are charged with depriving George Floyd of his rights when they did not give him medical care, while two face another charge violating Floyd's right.
Derek Chauvin Pleads Guilty to Civil Rights Violations
Floyd's family members were in attendance as Chauvin changed his federal plea from not guilty to guilty.
Derek Chauvin to Plead Guilty to Violating George Floyd's Rights: Court
A new federal docket entry on Monday indicated that Chauvin plans to change his not-guilty plea in the case ahead of his scheduled January trial.
Here Are the People, Movies and Queries That Were Googled the Most in 2021
Google has revealed the top trending searches from the past year. Here are some of the most interesting findings, and a few surprises as well.
Minneapolis' First Black Police Chief to Retire
Medaria Arradondo said that "the impacts of Floyd's killing will stay with me forever," but they did not factor into his decision to retire next month.
Potential Jurors in Kim Potter Trial Questioned Similarly as Chauvin Case
The potential jurors will have their opinions on policing, protests, and Black Lives Matter and Blue Lives Matter movements reviewed by attorneys.
Imprisoned Former Cop Derek Chauvin Appears in Tax Evasion Charge Hearing
Derek and Kellie Chauvin are accused of withholding more than $400,000 from their taxes from 2014 to 2019.
Jurors Who Convicted Derek Chauvin Will Be Revealed
Judge Peter Chahill said there is no reason to believe releasing the names "presents any external threats to the jurors' safety."
Cop Who Shot 911 Caller to Be Resentenced After Murder Conviction Tossed
Mohamed Noor was convicted of murder for the 2017 shooting of Justine Ruszczyk Damond. The conviction was overturned in September.
Ahmaud Arbery Jury Selection Could Be Complicated by Video
The task of selecting the jury resembles the trial of Derek Chauvin as video evidence becomes the focal point and potential jurors worry for their safety.
Chauvin's New Lawyer From Firm That Represented Group Who Challenged Biden
One lawyer from the group challenged the election in Wisconsin, claiming that there were "integrity issues."
Chauvin Hires Lawyer Representing Health Care Workers Vaccine Mandate Suit
Originally, Chauvin asked for a public defender to represent him on the appeal. However, the state Supreme Court denied his request, saying that he was ineligible after reviewing his financial assets.
Why SCOTUS Decision in Boston Bomber Case Could Decide Derek Chauvin's Fate
Dzhokhar Tsarnaev's lawyers likely argue their client did not face an adequately unbiased jury following extensive media coverage about the case.
Minnesota High Court Says Chauvin Hasn't Proved Need for Public Defender
The Minnesota Supreme Court rejected Chauvin's request to be represented by a public defender, saying he had not proved he was unable to afford an attorney.
Derek Chauvin 'Has a Shot' at Appeal Success. Here's Why
A legal analyst told Newsweek the ex-police officer "has a shot, even if just remote one, on a couple of issues."
Derek Chauvin Is Broke and Can't Afford a Lawyer: Affidavit
Ex-police officer Chauvin, a white man, intends to appeal his conviction and sentence for the murder of George Floyd, a Black man.
Chauvin Used Unreasonable Force 4 Times Before Floyd's Death: Prosecutors
Chauvin went "beyond the point when such force was needed under the circumstances" during four instances dating to 2014, prosecutors said.
Minnesota Court's Decision May Lead Derek Chauvin to Contest Charges
A person can only be charged with third-degree murder when the mental state of the person responsible demonstrates a "generalized indifference to human life," the Supreme Court wrote in the ruling.
'Disturbing' Image Altering Derek Chauvin, George Floyd Photo Prompts Probe
"The insensitive nature of the post and the underlying message are completely inappropriate," Norman Public Schools said in a statement.
Attorneys Argue Against Trial Broadcast for Cops Charged in Floyd's Death
"People are deterred from testifying for the defense because they fear the wrath of the crowd," the attorneys wrote.
3 Ex-Minneapolis Cops Ask for Trial Separate From Derek Chauvin
"The jury will have insurmountable difficulty distinguishing the alleged acts of each defendant from the alleged acts of his co-defendants," said one cop's attorney.
QAnon Supporters React to Derek Chauvin Sentence: 'Not the Same Guy'
"How many Chauvins are there?" one QAnon conspiracy theorist asked.
