Overview

• Bryan Kohberger, accused of murdering four University of Idaho students in 2022, faces the possibility of the death penalty if convicted.
• Defense attorneys claim that Kohberger's autism spectrum disorder (ASD) should exempt him from the death penalty, citing constitutional protections against cruel and unusual punishment.
• A 28-page motion filed by the defense argues that ASD diminishes culpability and creates a risk of wrongful conviction and sentencing.
• Legal experts note that while ASD may be presented as a mitigating factor during sentencing, it is unlikely to impact the determination of guilt.
• Kohberger's trial is scheduled to begin on August 11, with jury selection set for late July, and the case continues to draw significant public and legal scrutiny.