Overview

• Judge Steven Hippler has prohibited prosecutors from using terms like 'psychopath' and 'sociopath' during the trial, citing concerns over potential prejudice.
• The defense argued for the exclusion of certain evidence, including Amazon purchase records, but the judge ruled these records admissible while allowing the defense to challenge their interpretation.
• Prosecutors plan to call several of Kohberger's family members as witnesses, raising questions about courtroom seating and witness eligibility.
• Defense attorney Anne Taylor revealed an ongoing investigation into a potential alternative suspect, signaling a key strategy for the trial.
• The trial remains scheduled for August 2025, with Judge Hippler emphasizing fair evidence presentation and cautioning against underestimating jurors' intelligence.