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Idaho College Murders: Death Penalty Remains on Table for Bryan Kohberger

A judge ruled that Bryan Kohberger faces the death penalty in a trial for the murders of four University of Idaho students.

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Updated: Nov 20th, 2024, 10:34 PM ET

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Bryan Kohberger, accused of murdering four University of Idaho students in 2022, will still face the death penalty. Judge Steven Hippler denied the defense's motions to dismiss capital punishment, emphasizing the constitutional viability of Idaho's death penalty laws. Kohberger's trial is set for August 2025, with significant public and familial interest in the case as prosecutors outline multiple aggravating factors that could warrant a death sentence. The case has drawn attention due to its impact on the community and the legal complexities involved.

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