According to the ‘Mapping Prejudice’ website, 78% of White families own homes in Minneapolis, compared to 25% of Black families.
Government-sanctioned discrimination explains housing gap Read More
Until that technology evolves, the decision needs to be made whether to remove more discretion from police considering pursuit.
Police pursuits are inherently dangerous Read More
To see these uninformed and gratuitous conclusions in a sentencing memo is an indication that, although Chauvin was convicted, we have a long way to go in the criminal legal system.
Chauvin’s sentencing not surprising, but there were unexpected, troubling moments Read More In my opinion, Cahill’s memo on the aggravating factors is a clear signal that the judge will depart upward.
Chauvin likely to do significant prison time Read More
Money bail favors the wealthy, as well as serving to extract large amounts of non-refundable premiums from poor people.
The bail system: a look at how it works in Minnesota Read More We may find out quickly whether the Chauvin trial will become the model for police killing cases because AG Ellison just accepted the prosecution of former Brooklyn Center Police Officer Kim Potter, who shot and killed Duante Wright.
Chauvin prosecution: Will it be a model or aberration? Read More There’s been lots of developments in the trials of Derek Chauvin and the other three officers charged in George Floyd’s death. What does it all mean?
The latest: from aggravating factors to federal indictments Read More Derek Chauvin’s defense recently filed a motion asking Judge Peter Cahill for a new trial. This is not an appeal, and it won’t be granted, but it is a preview …
A new trial for Chauvin is not likely to be granted—Here’s why Read More
If ever there was a situation where release of video was necessary to advance a compelling public interest, this is it.
Withheld video of North Carolina police shooting leaves public in the dark Read More Let’s break down the charges, the process going forward, and Derek Chauvin’s likely sentence.
Chauvin conviction: the charges and sentencing considerations Read More In my 31 years of experience as a public defender watching bodycam and listening to my clients, I know that his behavior is the product of a poisonous culture.
Observations from a long, consequential trial Read More The most hotly contested issue in the Chauvin case will be the cause of death, and on that front, the potential testimony of Morries Hall could prove important.
Morries Hall and the right not to incriminate yourself (Fifth Amendment) Read More The defense cross-examination strategy seemed designed to goad Donald Williams into admitting he was angry. So what if he was?
Chauvin defense falls back on racist stereotypes Read More In my experience, you cannot underestimate the fear that overwhelms some witnesses, even though you have prepared them.
Witness lists, cross-examinations, and ‘The Wire’ Read More What to expect from the opening day of the Derek Chauvin trial.
The start of the Chauvin trial: jury instructions, opening arguments Read More Although they are aware that Hennepin’s Black population is underrepresented in the jury pool, they have done no research on why that might be the case.
More must be done to ensure diverse juries in Hennepin County Read More What the courts have never acknowledged is that you can’t easily separate race from lived experience.
Juror #76: Black juror’s rejection reveals flaws in system Read More How the legislature chooses to define each crime is another reason why second-guessing the verdict can be unfair.
Chauvin jury to weigh two sets of ‘facts’ Read More Those who were watching the Derek Chauvin jury selection this week heard the legal term ‘Baston,’ probably for the first time.
Examination of the Batson challenge Read More The obvious concern is who in Hennepin County can be impartial when most of us have seen coverage of what happened to Mr. Floyd?
The jury selection process Read More