Here are the three charges Derek Chauvin was found guilty on and the maximum sentences for each :
Second Degree Murder: 40 years in prison
Third Degree Murder: 25 years in prison
Second Degree Manslaughter: 10 years in prison
Minnesota uses sentencing guidelines, which means that for someone with no prior convictions like Chauvin, the recommendation is only 12.5 years for each murder charge, as well as four years for manslaughter.
Even though Chauvin is convicted of more than one count, according to Minnesota law, he only serves a sentence for the most severe charge. If Judge Cahill follows the Minnesota state guidelines, Chauvin would serve just that 12.5-year sentence.
Prosecutors in the case are seeking a longer sentence than the 12.5 years, referencing those "aggravated factors" mentioned above.
Most likely 20 years he gets?
He'll be out in 10 years or less for good behavior!