A former Minneapolis policeman accused of killing unarmed black George Floyd attended his first court appearance, where his bail was set at $ 1.25m (m 1m).
Prosecutors said the "seriousness of the allegations" and the public outrage caused their bail to be canceled by the M1 million.
Derek Chauvin is charged with second-degree murder and manslaughter. Assistance and murder were registered against three other officers who were arrested.
Mr. Floyd's death in May has led to global protests and calls for police reform.
Arrested in Minneapolis on May 25, Mr. Chauvin, a white man, was found in Mr. Floyd's neck for about nine minutes.
He and three other police officers were fired.
A former Minneapolis policeman accused of killing unarmed black George Floyd attended his first court appearance, where his bail was set at $ 1.25m (m 1m).
Prosecutors said the "seriousness of the allegations" and the public outrage caused their bail to be canceled by the M1 million.
Derek Chauvin is charged with second-degree murder and manslaughter. Assistance and murder were registered against three other officers who were arrested.
Mr. Floyd's death in May has led to global protests and calls for police reform.
Arrested in Minneapolis on May 25, Mr. Chauvin, a white man, was found in Mr. Floyd's neck for about nine minutes.
He and three other police officers were fired.
What happened at the bail hearing?
Mr. Chauvin, a 19-year-old policeman, did not file a petition after being presented by teleconference on Monday.
He did not speak during the 15-minute hearing and wore an orange jumpsuit while sitting at a small table.
Judge Jenny M. Redding set bail at 1.25 million bails without minimum requirements or m 1 million with minimum conditions. This includes not contacting the Fluid family, handing out Mr. Firearms, and not working in law enforcement or security as they await trial.
His lawyer did not object to the bail price.
Mr. Chauvin, 44, is currently in the Minnesota State Prison of Oak Park Heights, after being transferred several times.
His next court appearance is scheduled for June 29.
What are the charges against Chauvin?
He faces three separate charges: unintentional second-degree murder, third-degree murder, and second-degree murder, with a maximum penalty of 40, 25, and 10 years in prison, respectively.
More accusations can be made, but a first-degree murder charge is likely to be filed against him because prosecutors have to prove their motives and intent, the Associated Press reported.
By making multiple accusations, the prosecution gives gamblers an option and increases the chance of being convicted.
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