Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis officer convicted of murdering George Floyd, petitioned a judge to receive probation weeks ahead of his sentencing date.

The disgraced policeman’s lawyer, Eric Nelson, argued that the 45-year-old may be victimized in prison, according to CBS News, which cited a sentencing memorandum. Nelson further remarked that Chauvin had no prior criminal history and a 19-year law enforcement career in which he received several commendations.