Derek Chauvin Sentenced to 22.5 years in prison

UPDATE – Sentence

Count I – 270 months, 10 year addition to presumptive sentence of 150 months, credit of 199 days already served.

Counts II and III considered unadjudicated since they are lesser included offenses. A 22-page memorandum setting forth the findings will be posted.

Read Sentencing Order and Memorandum Opinion

EARLIER

Derek Chauvin is being sentenced tody in the death of George Floyd.

Earlier in the day, Judge Peter Cahill denied Chauvin’s motion for a new trial and for a hearing on possible juror misconduct.

Under normal sentencing guidelines, Chauvin would get 12 years. With enhancements, the maximum 30 year sentence could increase. The prosecution is asking for a 30-year sentence.

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