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In reply to the discussion: The cops likely wont be convicted [View all]Hav
(5,969 posts)58. I think that fear is warranted
but I also think that the prosecution should use the record of all that was said during this incident: All the pleas for help by Floyd that he cannot breathe, the comments from the officers and those of the bystanders all realizing what was happening. The jury also has to see video footage again and again. I think a jury could be persuaded that Chauvin acted with intent and didn't do anything to prevent the tragedy.
I also think that the second cop sitting on Floyd's back will get more severe charges.
Of course, the charges have to fit what the prosecution can argue with conviction.
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Agreed - being charged is not being convicted. Until the "Qualified Immunity" clause
walkingman
Jun 2020
#4
Lane could plea down by testifying, however, there is 'the thin blue silence', and
empedocles
Jun 2020
#32
So your original prediction is less supported opinion and rather a mere guess
LanternWaste
Jun 2020
#64
It's also very easy to hang a jury. Get one stubborn "Law & Order" juror on the panel, and it can
Hoyt
Jun 2020
#21
They will move the trial to a lily white county because "He can't get a fair trial in Minneapolis"
BamaRefugee
Jun 2020
#27
You May be right but this is an election year where separate teams have chosen distinctive sides
Under The Radar
Jun 2020
#41
I disagree. They are going to be made an example. The people aren't going to put up with any
Cousin Dupree
Jun 2020
#45
Attorney General Ellison is on TV now basically saying a conviction is unlikely.
BamaRefugee
Jun 2020
#48
The evidence is overwhelming. I believe there will be convictions in this case
lettucebe
Jun 2020
#60