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Defense Moves to Strike State’s Sealed Filing in Tyler Robinson Case Over Alleged Role Confusion

A closed hearing will weigh security concerns over his request to appear unshackled and in civilian clothes.

Overview

  • Robinson’s attorneys asked the court to strike the State’s Oct. 20 sealed response, saying prosecutors improperly aligned with the Utah County Sheriff’s Office.
  • The defense argues the sheriff’s office is a witness lacking standing to file pleadings and should not be treated as a party in the criminal case.
  • Judge Tony F. Graf allowed prosecutors to file under seal, citing secure information that could endanger safety, and set a closed hearing for Friday in Provo.
  • An interim order permits Robinson to wear street clothes and no restraints for his Oct. 30 waiver hearing, when he is expected to appear in person.
  • Robinson, 22, is charged with aggravated murder and several other felonies in the Sept. 10 killing of Charlie Kirk and could face the death penalty.