Tyler Robinson Defense Seeks Sealed July 6 Hearing After Losing Camera Fight in Utah Murder Case
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Updated · Fox News · May 18
Tyler Robinson Defense Seeks Sealed July 6 Hearing After Losing Camera Fight in Utah Murder Case
3 articles · Updated · Fox News · May 18
Tyler Robinson’s lawyers asked a Utah judge to close parts of his July 6-10 preliminary hearing and seal exhibits after failing to keep news cameras out of the courtroom.
Court filings say prosecutors may present Discord records, text messages, statements, shooting videos and a note; the defense argues some material could later be ruled inadmissible and taint a future jury pool.
Prosecutors said the motion came too late and does not specify which testimony or exhibits should be withheld, while a media coalition opposed closing what are typically open proceedings.
Robinson, 22, is accused of fatally shooting Charlie Kirk, 31, at Utah Valley University on Sept. 10, 2025, and could face the death penalty if convicted.
With prosecutors claiming a 'mountain of proof', what secrets does the defense want sealed before the July trial?
As media cameras roll in the courtroom, can the accused killer truly receive a fair and impartial trial?