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Derek Chauvin's attorney reveals legal trap closing in on ICE agent
- Chauvin's attorney Eric Nelson outlines potential legal traps after Renee Good was shot by ICE agent Jonathan Ross in Minneapolis.
- Nelson argues there is no federal homicide statute, so state authorities could pursue murder or manslaughter charges.
- The Graham v. Connor standard is used to judge whether the officer's use of force was justified, considering threat level and perception at the moment.
- Nelson notes that policy guidance on shooting into moving vehicles may not be mandatory law.
- The piece references political reactions, including comments from Donald Trump regarding the investigation.
- Nelson emphasizes that police policies are guidelines and not the sole determinant of legality in use-of-force cases.
- Nelson discusses the potential for concurrent state and federal investigations in such high-profile cases.
- The article contrasts statements from Nelson with official comments from Minneapolis officials on the case.
- The piece notes the ongoing political divide and the broad implications for justice and civil rights.
- Nelson foresees that expert testimony will be used to argue whether lethal force was justified.
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