Chauvin seeks new trial, impeachment of verdict
The attorney for Derek Chauvin filed a motion Tuesday seeking a new trial for the former Minneapolis police officer, who was convicted of murder last month in the death of George Floyd. The motion cites 10 reasons Chauvin should be granted a new trial, including judicial abuse of discretion over granting a change of venue and sequestering the jury before deliberations. It says “publicity during the proceedings threaten[ed] the fairness of the trial.” This is an MPR News morning update for Wednesday, May 5, 2021. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.
