Judge Halts Defense's Juror Survey in Idaho Murder Case

A judge has prohibited both the prosecution and defense from contacting potential jurors in the trial of Bryan Kohberger, accused of murdering four University of Idaho students.

• Bryan Kohberger's defense team criticized after a judge ordered a halt to their survey of potential jurors ahead of a change-of-venue hearing.
• Defense attorney Anne Taylor argues the survey meets legal standards for a potential death penalty case and claims Kohberger's due process rights are violated.
• The survey, conducted by social psychologist Bryan Edelman, aimed to assess potential juror bias in Latah County but included questions not factually correct.
• Prosecution and defense are barred from contacting potential jurors until a further order, with a hearing on the issue to be held as soon as practicable.
• The case has gained global attention, making a change of venue unnecessary according to Latah County Prosecuting Attorney Bill Thompson.

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