Tuesday, November 29, 2011

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Conrad Murray is set to appear in court at 8:30 a.m. PT for his sentencing following his involuntary manslaughter conviction in the death of Michael Jackson Nov. 7.our editor recommendsConrad Murray Documentary Gives MSNBC a Ratings Win in DemoMSNBC's Conrad Murray Documentary Raises New Questions About Checkbook Journalism (Analysis)Nancy Grace: Conrad Murray 'Should Have Gotten Murder One'Conrad Murray Verdict: What Michael Jackson's Family Is SayingConrad Murray Found Guilty in Death of Michael Jackson PHOTOS: 10 TV Trials That Shook the World: Casey Anthony, OJ Simpson, Rodney King The pop star's former doctor was found guilty after undergoing a six-week-long trial that was broadcast on HLN and detailed Jackson's final hours with Murray, who was using propofol, an operating-room anesthetic to treat chronic insomnia, that led to his death. PHOTOS: Hollywood's Notable Deaths The cardiologist's defense attorneys have asked that Murray receive probation, the Associate Press reports. They have said a jail sentence will render him unable to practice medicine and relegate him to a lifetime of ostracism. The prosecution have requested the maximum four-year jail term (which would likely be cut in half due to overcrowding), and want the doctor to pay Jackson's children, Prince, Paris and Blanket, more than $120 million in restitution. VIDEO: Dr. Conrad Murray Trial ER Doctor Testimony Before the sentencing, Jackson's family members will have the opportunity to speak, though none have announced plans to make a statement. The entertainer's mom, Katherine, told CNN Monday she hoped Murray would get the full punishment. She also said his children will not be present in court. PHOTO GALLERY: View Gallery Hollywood's Biggest Real Estate Deals of the Week: Rihanna, Michael Jackson, David Schwimmer, Sue Mengers Related Topics Michael Jackson HLN Conrad Murray

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