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Criminal

Mar. 16, 2021

Instructions given to Chauvin jurors are vital

It is often said that picking a jury is the most important part of the trial. In the case of the Minnesota v. Chauvin, the second most important part could be which jury instructions they are provided.

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Civil rights attorney V. James DeSimone has dedicated his 35-year law career to providing vigorous and ethical representation to achieve justice for those whose civil and constitutional rights are violated.

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What do we want? JUSTICE! When do we want it now? NOW! Last year, millions participated in protests across America in support of George Floyd and Black Lives Matter. And in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the pressure of public opinion had an impact as, less than 10 months after the May 25, 2020, death of George Floyd, Derek Chauvin is on trial for second- and third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter. Opening statements are scheduled to begin on March 29 as the jury...

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