Murder In Moscow: The Order Granting Motion For Kohberger's Change Of Venue (Part 2) (9/12/24)

Beyond The Horizon

The order to change the venue of Bryan Kohberger's trial stems from concerns about ensuring a fair trial. Kohberger, accused of killing four University of Idaho students, had become the focus of intense media attention, particularly in Latah County, where the murders occurred. The defense argued that this level of public exposure could taint the jury pool and hinder the possibility of a fair and impartial trial.
The court, considering these arguments, agreed that moving the trial to a different county would mitigate these concerns. The new location is expected to have less pre-trial publicity, allowing for a more neutral jury selection process. The order does not change the charges or the trial's timeline but focuses solely on ensuring that the judicial process remains unbiased and fair.
(commercial at 8:18)
to contact me:
[e-mail]
source:
090624-Order-Granting-Defendants-Motion-Change-Venue.pdf