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Perspectives By
Christopher Brown | April 18, 2021, 8:02 PM EDT
Christopher BrownAs the trial of Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer charged with the murder of George Floyd, nears closing arguments, public opinion might appear intent on a guilty verdict, but the prosecution still faces an uphill battle.
As an attorney who handles excessive force cases against police officers, I ve seen this happen before. What sets the case of State of Minnesota v. Derek Chauvin apart, however, is its potential to change the discourse on racial justice and policing.
The prosecution needs to make a strong closing argument that properly addresses the few strong points the defense will make in its closing.
Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis policeman accused in the May 2020 death of
George Floyd began this week with jury selection and opening statements are expected toward the end of March. Six jurors have been picked so far. While the proceedings will be closely watched by activists, legislators and the media, Washington D.C. attorney
Christopher E. Brown, principal at The Brown Firm PLLC has taken particular interest in the case because it is similar to one he was involved with .
One of his firm’s most recent settlements regarding police excessive force is that of the wrongful death case of