Kohberger Trial Moved, What This Means for Victims' Families and the Jury

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In this episode of Hidden Killers with Tony Brueski, attorney Eric Faddis discusses the implications of the venue change in the upcoming trial of Bryan Kohberger. The trial, now set for 2025, will no longer take place in Moscow, Idaho, but in a new location with a different judge. Faddis explains that although the Law of the Case Doctrine generally preserves prior rulings, the new judge may offer a fresh perspective, especially on the defense’s weak alibi. He believes the change of venue benefits the defense by providing a jury less entrenched in local biases. Faddis remains skeptical about the strength of Kohberger’s defense, particularly since there are no witnesses to support his alibi that he was merely driving around. The conversation also touches on Ann Taylor’s unorthodox approach to securing the venue change, which included conducting a survey without prior approval from the court—a risky move that ultimately worked in the defense’s favor. The discussion delves into how such bold tactics can play a crucial role in high-stakes cases like this.
**Main Points:**
- Bryan Kohberger's trial has been moved to a new venue, offering the defense a fresh start with a new judge and jury.
- The Law of the Case Doctrine means prior rulings will likely stand, though new rulings are possible.
- The defense’s alibi for Kohberger is weak, with no witness support, which may not resonate with the new jury.
- The change in location may help the defense by giving Kohberger a jury not entrenched in local opinions.
- Ann Taylor, Kohberger’s attorney, took an unusual approach by conducting a pre-trial survey without approval.
- High-stakes cases often involve creative legal tactics, like those Taylor employed to secure the venue change.
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