Charlie Kirk’s alleged assassin wants out of shackles, prison garb in court — as lawyers cite Idaho killer Bryan Kohberger
By Anna Young
Published Oct. 10, 2025, 11:28 p.m. ET
Alleged Charlie Kirk assassin Tyler Robinson asked a Utah judge to swap his shackles and prison garb for civilian clothes in court — arguing that convicted Idaho killer Bryan Kohberger was granted the same break.
Lawyers for the 22-year-old accused killer claimed that photos showing him in a prison jumpsuit and restraints could make potential jurors think he’s guilty and “deserving” of the death penalty — jeopardizing his chance at a fair trial, according to a 21-page motion filed Thursday in Utah’s 4th District Court.
“In the face of worldwide scrutiny, permitting Mr. Robinson to wear civilian clothing for court appearances is a minor inconvenience compared to the already present concerns with securing a fair trial before an impartial jury,” his lawyers argued in their filing to District Judge Tony Graf.
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