Overview
- Defense attorneys and the Utah County Sheriff both asked to prohibit courtroom photography and video to curb prejudicial publicity tied to the capital case.
- Judge Tony Graf held a closed hearing on Oct. 24 to consider security‑sensitive arguments on attire and restraints after prosecutors filed a sealed response.
- Prosecutors argue the sheriff has standing on court‑security matters, while the defense moved to strike the joint filing as outside the prosecutor’s role.
- The sheriff proposed remote appearances to reduce public exposure, but the defense says video links would impair Robinson’s ability to participate and consult with counsel.
- Public hearings are set for Oct. 27 and Oct. 30, and an interim order permits street clothes and no restraints for Robinson’s Oct. 30 appearance.