Vance Boelter’s Defense Makes Bold Moves | Minneapolis News

Minneapolis News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 29, 2026 · 1m

Vance Boelter’s legal team is hitting the ground running ahead of his state trial, filing bold motions including double jeopardy claims and a “justifiable taking of life” defense — arguing he shouldn’t face retrial for the same crimes after his federal conviction and that his actions were legally necessary. They’re also pushing to move the trial out of Minnesota, citing overwhelming media scrutiny that’s making a fair jury impossible in the Twin Cities. With a Wednesday hearing looming, these moves could reshape the entire case — or even kill it before it begins. Listen in comfort:Get a…