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Schleicher reminds the jury of the amount of time the prosecution has argued Chauvin had his knee on Floyd’s neck.

"Nine minutes and 29 seconds," he says. “During this time, George Floyd struggled, desperate to breathe."

"The force was too much. He was trapped with the unyielding pavement underneath him, as unyielding as the man who held him down. Pushing him - a knee to the neck, a knee to the back.

"Twisting his fingers, holding his legs for nine minutes and 29 seconds - the defendant's weight on him."

The amount of time Chauvin knelt on Floyd's neck is crucial to the prosecution's case.

Here's what we know happened in the final moments of George Floyd's life.

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The men and women seated in the jury box hold the outcome of this trial in their hands. The closing arguments we're hearing now are meant for them - a last chance for both sides to sway the jurors before they begin their isolated discussions.

Selecting jurors in an emotionally charged case over a black man's death in police custody was no easy feat.

It was made even more complicated in the George Floyd case because of how well known his death was.

After 11 days worth of jury summons last month, the two opposing legal teams settled on 15 Minnesota residents out of a jury pool of over 130 people.

Among that group, 14 people - including two alternates - were sworn in for the trial.

The jury panel skews younger, more white and more female.

What else do we know about the jury and how will they influence the verdict?

This is the last chance for the prosecution to try and convince the jury Chauvin is guilty. Prosecutor Steve Schleicher is speaking slowly, using repetitive language to drill home his points.

"What the defendant did to George Floyd killed him," says Schleicher in his closing argument. The state prosecutor insists Derek Chauvin ignored Floyd's pleas repeatedly.

"When he was unable to speak, the defendant continued," he says.

"When he was unable to breathe, the defendant continued."

"Beyond the point where he had a pulse, the defendant continued."

The prosecution continues its closing argument.

Throughout the trial the defence has argued that due to the drugs ingested by George Floyd before his arrest, he may have exhibited "superhuman strength" that made it harder for officers to restrain him.

Prosecutor Steve Schleicher rejects this assertion in his closing statement. He says that Floyd suffered with "the lungs in his chest unable to expand" and "the pavement lacerating his knuckles".

He says all Floyd needed was courage and compassion from his arresting officers, but "none was shown on that day".

"There was no superhuman strength that day," he says.

"Just a human. A grown man, crying out for his mother."

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Prosecuting lawyer Steve Schleicher has stepped up to deliver the closing statement in favour of convicting Derek Chauvin.

He starts by reading biographical information about George Floyd, including his full name, date of birth and birthplace. He talks about how Floyd’s mum, Larcenia Floyd, was the matriarch of their family.

"She was the mum of the house, she was the mum of the neighbourhood," Schleicher says. "And you heard about the special bond she and George Floyd shared."

Judge Cahill is explaining instructions to the jury ahead of today's closing arguments.

Reading from a pre-prepared list, the judge instructs the jury to:

• Decide the facts in this case
• Follow the rules of law as they are read out
• Consider all the evidence heard and seen in this trial
• Disregard an opinion expressed by the judge, perceived or otherwise
• Presume the defendant is innocent until he has been found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt
• Bear in mind that the burden of proof is on the state, not the defence

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As the judge continues to walk the jury through all the legal details they need to know ahead of their deliberations, let's take a step out of the Minneapolis courtroom.

Minneapolis and cities across the US are braced for potential protests following the conclusion of Derek Chauvin’s trial.

In Minneapolis shop fronts have been boarded up and National Guard troops have been deployed to the city.

The outcome of the trial is expected to provoke a reaction nationwide, particularly if Chauvin is acquitted of the charges he faces.

Throughout the trial, police and National Guard troops have been stationed near the entrance to the court as a precaution.

The courtroom is surrounded by barbed wire and high barriers. Military vehicles have become a common sight in the city’s streets.

Elsewhere, police forces in Washington DC, Atlanta and Chicago also say they have made security preparations for the final week of Chauvin’s trial.

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Judge Cahill is now reading through Chauvin's charges for the jury ahead of closing arguments and, later, their deliberations.

The former officer has been charged with second-degree unintentional murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter.

Here's a breakdown of what that all means.

1) Second-degree murder

This is the most serious charge. It will require prosecutors to prove that Chauvin was assaulting Floyd when he caused his death. Chauvin could face up to 40 years in jail if convicted on this count.

2) Third-degree murder

To convict on this charge, the jury must be convinced that Chauvin showed a reckless disregard for human life. The charge carries a maximum sentence of 25 years.

3) Second-degree manslaughter

For the final charge, prosecutors will try to demonstrate that Chauvin took an “unreasonable risk” when he restrained Floyd, putting him at risk of death or serious harm.

With the manslaughter charge, prosecutors do not need prove Chauvin actually caused Floyd’s death. Someone found guilty of this charge may be sentenced to up to 10 years in jail.

After a lengthy presentation by prosecutors that entered into a third week, the defence team for Derek Chauvin made their case in just three days.

Chauvin himself did not take the stand as a witness. His team called witnesses to back up three main arguments to try and win the case.

The first witnesses claimed Chauvin's use of force was reasonable given the totality of the circumstances.

Some also argued that George Floyd had pre-existing health issues and drug problems that contributed to his death.

Others suggested a hostile crowd surrounding the officers as they detained Floyd distracted Chauvin from doing his job.

And they're back. Judge Peter Cahill has announced the resumption of proceedings.

"You've now heard the evidence and soon you'll hear the arguments of counsel," Cahill tells the jury.

"You must follow and apply the rules of law...even if you believe the law should be different."

Over 11 days of testimony, the prosecution called on eyewitnesses, fellow police officers and medical experts to make the case that Derek Chauvin's actions led to the death of George Floyd.

Bystanders, including a girl as young as nine, recounted how "helpless" they felt as they watched the events unfold.

The Minneapolis police chief, as well as current and retired officers, said Chauvin was unjustified in his use of force over Floyd.

Medical experts testified that Floyd lost his life due to a lack of oxygen from Chauvin's knee on his neck for over nine minutes.

After 45 witnesses and 14 days of testimony, the trial of Derek Chauvin over the death of George Floyd is heading into closing arguments.

But what have we learned along the way?

Eyewitnesses to Floyd's death told the court how "helpless" they felt as events unfolded.

His girlfriend spoke of how they had met and struggled with opioid addiction.

The Minneapolis police chief testified against former officer Chauvin.

Use of force experts grappled over Chauvin's use of force, while medical experts claimed Floyd had died from asphyxia caused by the actions of Chauvin and his colleagues.

And Chauvin himself denied the opportunity to take the stand.

Look back through the five key moments of this trial.

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This case has attracted huge global attention and after three weeks of witness and expert testimony, the jury could begin deciding the outcome as early as today.

From the differences in Chauvin's charges to what happens if jurors can't come to an unanimous decision - you've asked, and we've got answers.

We explain what's happened so far and BBC correspondent Tara McKelvey - who has been in Minneapolis throughout the trial - takes a look at your most-asked questions here.

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Thanks for tuning in. Today marks the start of the end of the Derek Chauvin trial over George Floyd's death last May.

Both sides will deliver closing arguments to the court before it's time for the jury to sequester themselves and decide on a verdict.

We'll bring you the latest from inside the courtroom and out - with analysis from our correspondents on the ground in Minneapolis.

Thank you for following the BBC's live coverage of the Derek Chauvin trial. The court is adjourned until tomorrow.

We will return with more reporting and analysis as the case continues.

Today's page was brought to you by Max Matza, Sam Cabral, Tara McKelvey, Jessica Murphy, Joshua Nevett, Marianna Brady and Ritu Prasad.

Read more about what happened today.

The trial of former officer Derek Chauvin over the death of George Floyd is in its third week and it could last a month or longer.

If you haven't been able to keep up with the trial, here's a quick selection of stories to get you up to speed:

• Why is the Chauvin trial so important?
• The last 30 minutes of George Floyd's life
• Derek Chauvin: the man accused of killing George Floyd
• The jurors who will decide Chauvin's fate
• 'I stay up apologising to George'
• Why the Chauvin trial 'exhausts' black America?

Tuesday was the defence's first day to present its case. They called multiple witnesses to the stand in quick succession.

Here's a quick recap of the day:

• Two witnesses - a retired police officer and a retired paramedic - described to the jury how George Floyd had been "agitated" and "non-compliant" during a traffic stop a year before his death, when he was under the influence of opiates
• Shawanda Hill, George Floyd's ex-girlfriend, told the court he offered her a ride home from Cup Foods but was "tired" and "fell asleep" until he was "startled" by the officers arresting him
• The court was shown new bodycam footage from Minneapolis Park Police officer Peter Chang, who assisted the responding officers during Floyd's arrest, but was never physically involved
• Chang largely interacted with Hill and her co-passenger Morries Hall, but testified that he was "concerned" because the crowd around Floyd was "very aggressive to the officers"
• Barry Brodd, a retired officer with 30 years of experience, contradicted previous use of force experts by claiming that Derek Chauvin was "justified and acting with objective reasonableness" when he put his knee on Floyd's neck
• The prosecution forced Brodd - with video footage and incremental questioning - to admit the knee restraint had caused Floyd pain, but Brodd repeatedly insisted the use of force was not deadly

Tensions are raw in Minneapolis after the recent fatal police shooting of a 20-year-old black man, Daunte Wright, in a suburb only 10 miles (16 km) from the courtroom.

Both the police chief and the officer who shot Wright resigned today amid a vocal and emotional outcry from the black community.

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The mayor of Minneapolis, Jacob Frey, has imposed a curfew for the second night in a row as the city reels from unrest over the fatal police shooting of black man Daunte Wright.

The curfew will go into effect at 20:00 local time tonight and will last until 06:00 on Wednesday.

Frey issued the curfew after declaring a state of emergency in the city on Monday.

Despite this, protesters in the city of Brooklyn Center near Minneapolis defied the curfew and threw objects at police, who responded with flash grenades and tear gas.

Brooklyn Center is where Wright, 20, was shot and died after an officer mistook her gun for a Taser during a traffic stop.

Protests there were more muted today, but a large security presence was seen around the police headquarters.

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Chauvin is standing trial alone over the death of Floyd, whose neck he knelt on for more than nine minutes, prosecutors say.

But Chauvin wasn't the only police officer involved in Floyd's arrest.

The three other officers - J Alexander Kueng, Tou Thao and Thomas Lane - were caught on camera assisting Chauvin as he placed his knee on Floyd's neck.

Each of the three officers are facing two charges of aiding and abetting second-degree unintentional murder and manslaughter.

Their fates in part rest with Chauvin’s. That's because if prosecutors can’t convict Chauvin, the case against the other officers will become harder to prove as well.

Read more: What we know about the officers charged

Tara McKelvey
BBC News, Washington

Today the protestors outside a police station in Brooklyn Center, a suburb of Minneapolis, were a small but determined lot.

The temperature sunk below freezing, but they huddled together and talked about justice, and occasionally yelled at the police.

"Modern-day lynching," shouted one.

The views of the protestors are reflected throughout the community, and across the US.

Nationwide, most people believe that police officers treat black people differently than they treat white people, according to an Economist/YouGov survey, external.

The protestors are hoping that will change.

Meanwhile, the police officers, wearing body armour and riot gear, standing behind a steel-mesh fence - one put up to protect their building - seemed determined, too, to remain outside, as long as necessary.