Discuss the police officers use of force in this incident

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Problem

Conduct Internet research on the Derek Chauvin and George Floyd case. Chauvin was a police officer convicted by a jury of excessive use of force. Address the information below:

1. Provide an overview of the events that occurred.

2. Discuss the police officer's use of force in this incident.

3. What was the makeup of the jury? Was this a fair representation of the local area?

4. Why was this conviction viewed as a break from the norm in jury selection and outcome? Were there any decision-making points within the criminal justice system that were used to determine discrimination?

5. What are your personal thoughts on a police officer being convicted or not convicted? Do you think that the police officer showed suspect bias?

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