Robinson preliminary hearing delayed until July; cameras will be allowed in courtroom
KSL News • • general
Key Points:
- The preliminary hearing for Tyler Robinson, accused of killing political activist Charlie Kirk, has been postponed from May 18 to July 6-10 to allow Robinson's defense more time to review extensive evidence.
- Fourth District Judge Tony Graf ruled that electronic media coverage will continue to be allowed in the courtroom, rejecting Robinson's motion to ban cameras and microphones, emphasizing the public's constitutional right to access criminal proceedings.
- Prosecutors plan to call six witnesses during the preliminary hearing, including Robinson's former roommate and law enforcement agents, and intend to introduce various exhibits such as photos, videos, and text messages.
- Robinson filed motions to close parts of the hearing to the public and to exclude hearsay evidence, citing constitutional rights, but prosecutors opposed these motions as untimely and lacking specificity.
- Judge Graf set a May 19 hearing to address motions about closing parts of the hearing and contempt of court, while the issue of hearsay evidence will require additional preparation time before a ruling.
