Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin is seeking a new trial in the murder of George Floyd. Chauvin has served five years of his 22½-year sentence.

Chauvin was convicted of murder charges. Chauvin and officers Alexander Kueng, Thomas Lane and Tou Thao were found guilty on federal charges of violating Floyd's civil rights.

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In 2021, Judge Peter Cahill sentenced Chauvin to more than the recommended 12.5 years because Chauvin occupied a position of authority as a police officer, and because he demonstrated particular cruelty in the killing.

His attorney filed court documents asking that three criminal convictions be vacated. The filing accuses prosecutors of misconduct and argues that false testim

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