Tyler Robinson murder trial set for June 2028

Judge Tony Graf set the trial date for Tyler Robinson to June 2028 on Monday. The juror selection process is scheduled to begin on June 21, 2028. The court has reserved a total of 105 days for the trial.

Robinson faces multiple charges in the death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. These charges include aggravated murder, shooting a firearm causing serious bodily harm, and obstruction of justice. He also faces counts for witness tampering and committing a violent crime in the presence of a child.

The judge outlined a schedule of pretrial hearings to prepare the case. Monthly follow-up conferences will take place until the trial begins. A final pretrial conference is set for June 15, 2028. Another hearing is scheduled for April 11, 2028, to confirm that all parties are ready to proceed.

The location of the trial is not yet final. The defense may file a motion to change the venue in the future. They have not proposed an alternative location as of now. The court will hold a hearing on December 22, 2027, to hear arguments regarding the trial site.

The Kirk family’s attorney said the family accepts the judge’s decision. The attorney noted that waiting nearly three years for a trial does not feel like a swift process. The family asked that the court strictly adhere to the established calendar. They want the pretrial hearings and trial start dates to be followed precisely.

The next key date on the calendar is December 22, 2027. This hearing will address the venue for the trial. Monthly conferences will continue on the last Friday of each month until June 2028.

The final pretrial conference will occur on June 15, 2028. Jury selection starts five days later on June 21, 2028. The trial is expected to last for 105 days based on the court’s reservation.