Former officer in George Floyd killing asks judge to dismiss charges

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Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin has asked a judge to dismiss murder charges against him in the death of George Floyd.

Derek Chauvin is asking a judge to dismiss all charges against him in the death of George Floyd. Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin has asked a judge to dismiss murder charges against him in the death ofIn court papers Friday, Chauvin's attorney says there is not probable cause to support charges of second-degree murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter.

Attorney General Keith Ellison did not define what the request will be, but he told the judge he has reason to go beyond the "sentencing guidelines grid" used in Minnesota to factor in a convicted person's past criminal history. The state also argues that the case has aggravated circumstances because Floyd was particularly vulnerable in handcuffs, and also claims that the officers abused their authority.

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