Overview
- Tyler Robinson was bound over in September to stand trial on seven counts including aggravated murder for the Sept. 10, 2025, shooting of Charlie Kirk; he pleaded not guilty and a pretrial conference is scheduled this week.
- The Utah County Attorney's Office proposes a 17-week trial beginning January 31, 2028, while Robinson's lawyers filed a memorandum saying they expect a third-quarter 2029 start and estimate a six- to seven-month capital trial.
- Defense attorneys say substantial evidence is still being processed, that they will likely issue subpoenas to Utah Valley University and plan a venue study that could lead to a change of venue and further delay.
- Procedural contests include media and access rulings — Judge Tony Graf denied a motion to bar a Deseret News photographer and will allow Erika Kirk to attend remotely — and Erika Kirk has filed for a speedy trial seeking an earlier date.
- Because capital cases require broad discovery, mitigation investigation and careful jury selection, the court’s scheduling choice will shape how long preparation takes and how quickly Kirk’s family sees a resolution.