Watch live: Kouri Richins sentenced for murdering husband; her sons say they fear her
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Key Points:
- Kouri Richins, 36, was found guilty of fatally poisoning her husband Eric Richins in 2022 and faces sentencing for aggravated murder, attempted aggravated murder, insurance fraud, and forgery.
- Prosecutors are seeking a life sentence without parole, citing concerns for the safety of the couple's three sons, who are now being raised by Eric’s sister and brother-in-law.
- Testimonies revealed that Kouri locked her sons out of her bedroom the night of the murder, contradicting her claim that she was sleeping with one of them.
- The sons expressed fear of their mother if she were released, with one stating he would feel safer and more relaxed once she is gone.
- Prosecutors also requested that Kouri Richins pay over $1 million to the Richins family and restitution to insurance companies, and be barred from contacting the family.