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Judge Tony Graf set jury selection for June 21, 2028, and reserved 105 days for the death-penalty case. Robinson’s defense had requested a 2029 start.
Utah Judge Tony Graf has set Tyler Robinson’s trial for June 2028 in the September 2025 killing of Charlie Kirk. Jury selection will begin June 21, 2028, under the schedule Graf announced Nov. 9, the Associated Press reported.
Robinson, 23, has pleaded not guilty to aggravated murder. He could face the death penalty if convicted.
Graf reserved 105 days for the proceedings. Robinson’s lawyers had requested a 2029 trial, saying they needed years to prepare, KUTV reported.
Prosecutors said they could be ready by October 2027 but proposed January 2028 to avoid the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. Kirk’s family wanted an October 2027 start.
Defense lawyers must review tens of thousands of files and investigate potential mitigating evidence for any sentencing phase. They also plan surveys to determine whether Utah County can provide an impartial jury.
Graf said his schedule balances Robinson’s right to prepare his defense with Erika Kirk’s right to a speedy resolution. He will hear arguments about the trial’s location in December.
Baron Coleman’s broadcast below includes discussion of the newly announced trial date.
