Tyler Robinson’s lawyers push to close key pretrial hearing
Tyler Robinson's lawyers are requesting a Utah judge to close a pretrial hearing to protect his right to a fair trial in a murder case. They argue that public access to the hearing could lead to media coverage that taints the jury pool. State prosecutors and media advocates are opposing the closure, emphasizing the importance of public access to court proceedings.
- ▪Robinson's lawyers claim that evidence presented at the hearing could be reported by the media, potentially biasing the jury.
- ▪Judge Tony Graf expressed skepticism about the broad nature of the request to close the hearing.
- ▪Prosecutors prefer the hearing to remain open, arguing that public trust in the judicial process is essential.
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Tyler Robinson’s lawyers urged a Utah judge to close a July pretrial hearing to the public, alleging it could harm his ability to have a fair murder trial for allegedly killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk. One of Robinson’s lawyers, Staci Visser, argued to Judge Tony Graf that the preliminary hearing, scheduled for July 6-10, should be held behind closed doors, expressing concern that evidence presented could be reported widely by the media and possibly taint the jury pool for the murder trial. Earlier this month, Graf denied a bid by Robinson’s lawyers to ban cameras from the courtroom during the trial.
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