Derek Chauvin Seeks New Trial <br />in George Floyd Murder Case.<br />The former police officer’s attorney, Eric Nelson, <br />filed a motion for a new trial on May 4.<br />Chauvin’s defense argues that the court <br />"abused its discretion" and says jurors should <br />have been sequestered to avoid outside pressure.<br />The publicity here was so pervasive and so prejudicial before and during this trial.., Attorney Eric Nelson, via court filings.<br />that it amounted to <br />a structural defect <br />in the proceedings, Attorney Eric Nelson, via court filings.<br />Chauvin was found guilty of second-degree <br />unintentional murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter. He is currently in custody
