Derek Chauvin Sentenced to 22.5 Years for George Floyd's Murder

Derek Chauvin was sentenced to 22 years and 6 months in prison on June 25, 2021, for the second-degree murder of George Floyd — the longest sentence ever given to a Minnesota police officer for an on-duty act. Judge Peter Cahill sentenced above the state guidelines of 12.5 years, citing aggravating factors including Floyd's vulnerability. Chauvin later pleaded guilty to federal civil rights charges and was sentenced to an additional 21 years to run concurrently. The sentence was historic, though many advocates noted it would not be enough on its own to transform policing systems. Floyd's brother Philonise said 'I'm satisfied but not fully satisfied.'