Is Derek Chauvin Going To Plead Guilty?

Derek Chauvin is expected to plead guilty in a new civil suit.

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He has been charged with violating George Floyd’s civil rights.

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If convicted, he could face the possibility of a lifetime behind bars.

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However, Chauvin is expected to plead guilty on a hearing on Wednesday.

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This would lower his prison sentence dramatically.

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Law school professor Mark Osler predicts he will get 27-33 years in prison.

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This will likely be served at the same time as his 22 and a half year sentence.

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There is no option for parole when serving a federal sentence.

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Three former officers involved in Floyd’s arrest are also named in the suit.

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