Read Derek Chauvin’s Motion for a New Jury Trial
Derek Chauvin wants a new trial. After being convicted on all counts but before sentencing, Derek Chauvin’s lawyer has filed a motion with the Court for a new trial. Read Derek Chauvin's Motion for a New Trial.
Judge Cahill will have a few weeks to decide whether he would be willing to entertain a new trial. After watching this thing up close and personal here in Minnesota, it would be shocking indeed for the Judge to put this state through this again. However, it is important to consider that this is the first salvo in many to come. Derek Chauvin will certainly appear his convictions to the appellate courts. We will see.
Jack Rice has practiced criminal law in Minnesota for decades and is the founder of Jack Rice Defense, a Minneapolis and St. Paul Criminal Defense Firm. He is a former prosecutor, Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist and a criminal defense attorney. If you are facing criminal charges, sit down with Jack for a free and confidential consultation.