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An expansive definition of murder in Louisiana leaves many behind bars forever.
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We thank these scholars for their quick responses. Here are their thoughts: Athena Mutua, professor of law and Floyd H. and Hilda L. Hurst Faculty Scholar “The conviction of Derek Chauvin is edifying. A jury of his peers and a multitude of diverse protesters saw the arrogance, felt impunity and depraved indifference with which he needlessly murdered George Floyd. But while Chauvin, the individual, must be held accountable, the problem of police violence in the U.S. is deeper. It is historical, ongoing and systemic — authorized by the state, backed by law, institutionalized throughout ou...
Luis Chiesa, professor School of Law On Monday, a jury began deliberations on whether to convict former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin in the death of George Floyd. Chauvin is facing charges of second-degree murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter. If convicted, he faces up to 40 years of in prison. Also on Monday, the School of Law conducted a panel discussion of legal scholars that effectively put aspects of the American law enforcement system on trial. “George Floyd, Policing, and Race: A Conversation About the Trial of Derek Chauvin” explored the intersect...