Potter's defense is being paid for by the Minnesota Police and Peace Officers Association legal defense fund. The MPPOA also covered the cost to defend former Minneapolis police officer Chauvin, who was convicted of murdering George Floyd, and will also cover the cost to defend his three fellow former police officers.Dec 15, 2021
According to court documents, Chauvin claimed he doesn't have the money to retain private counsel for the appeal, but on Wednesday, the Supreme Court ruled that Chauvin "has not established that he is entitled to appointed representation at this time." During trial, Chauvin's defense attorney was Eric Nelson.Oct 6, 2021
Defense in Derek Chauvin's trial fears impact of $27-million settlement. Defense attorney Eric Nelson, left, with defendant Derek Chauvin and Nelson's assistant Amy Voss in court Monday.Mar 15, 2021
Former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin Pleads Guilty in Federal Court to Depriving George Floyd and a Minor Victim of Their Constitutional Rights. The Justice Department announced today that Derek Chauvin, 45, pleaded guilty in federal court to two violations of a federal civil rights statute.Dec 15, 2021