Overview
- Fourth District Judge Tony Graf approved civilian attire for Tyler Robinson at pretrial hearings but ordered the sheriff to keep him in the least restrictive restraints necessary for safety.
- News outlets are barred from photographing or filming any restraints or Robinson entering or leaving the courtroom, with broader camera rules left for later briefing.
- Robinson appeared remotely with his camera off and confirmed he could hear the proceedings, and the court set in‑person hearings for Jan. 16 and Jan. 30, 2026.
- Prosecutors have charged Robinson with aggravated murder and other felonies in Charlie Kirk’s Sept. 10 killing and say they will seek the death penalty, citing evidence including DNA and text messages.
- Calls for transparency continue as Court TV and other media groups urge the judge to allow cameras in future proceedings, a question the court has not yet decided.