Overview

• Kohberger's defense has filed over 160 pages challenging evidence they claim was illegally obtained, citing Fourth Amendment violations.
• The defense contests the use of Kohberger's genetic data, arguing it was gathered through unconstitutional investigative genetic genealogy.
• Prosecutors have until December 6 to respond to the defense's evidence suppression filings, with a hearing set for January 23.
• Defense attorneys also challenge warrants used to collect Kohberger’s digital history and evidence from his apartment and car.
• The trial, moved to Boise due to media coverage concerns, is scheduled to start with jury selection on July 31, 2025.