Derek Chauvin trial: Why the role of TV cameras could come into focus

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image captionThe live coverage of Derek Chauvin's trial is a historic first for the state of Minnesota

From Monday, three discrete TV cameras will offer anyone with an internet connection a front-row seat to a criminal trial of global interest.

One of those cameras will be trained on Derek Chauvin, the former policeman accused of killing George Floyd in custody.

Mr. Chauvin could be jailed for decades over the 25 May 2020 death of Mr. Floyd, an unarmed black man.

The knee Mr. Chauvin placed on Mr. Floyd's neck was filmed for all to see.

Angered by what they saw, protesters worldwide said it was time to end racial injustice. Now cameras will let them see the justice system in real-time.

Never before has a judge allowed cameras to film a full criminal trial in the state of Minnesota.