Overview
- Fourth District Judge Tony Graf ordered an 80-page transcript from an Oct. 24 sealed hearing to be released with only 246 words redacted, focused on courthouse security.
- The court will also release a redacted audio recording of the hearing within roughly two weeks, extending public access to the previously closed session.
- Media groups were denied limited‑party intervenor status, but prosecutors and defense must notify the press when seeking to close hearings or seal records, with no notice required for camera restrictions.
- The October hearing addressed courtroom appearance and restraints; Robinson may wear civilian clothing but must remain restrained, and outlets are barred from photographing his shackles.
- Tyler Robinson, 22, remains charged with seven counts including aggravated murder as prosecutors seek the death penalty, and he is due in person Jan. 16 for a hearing expected to take up a defense bid to disqualify the county attorney’s office.