Charlie Kirk shooter Tyler Robinson angers Internet as he seeks to wear civilian clothes in court

SPANISH FORK, UTAH: Conservative icon Charlie Kirk's suspected shooter, Tyler Robinson, has asked a Utah judge to ditch his prison jumpsuit for civilian clothes in court. 

In a 21-page motion, Robinson's attorneys discussed Idaho student killer Bryan Kohberger's case in their argument that the motion would preserve his constitutional rights to a fair trial.

Lawyers point to 'worldwide scrutiny' surrounding Tyler Robinson

Tyler Robinson's lawyers claimed that photos showing him in a prison jumpsuit and restraints could jeopardize his chance at a fair trial. They said it would make potential jurors think he's guilty and "deserving" of the death penalty, as per a 21-page motion filed on Thursday, October 9, in Utah’s 4th District Court.

"In the face of worldwide scrutiny, permitting Mr Robinson to wear civilian clothing for court appearances is a minor inconvenience compared to the already present concerns with securing a fair trial before an impartial jury," Robinson's lawyers mentioned in their filing to District Judge Tony Graf.

They added, "With each development in the case generating thousands of articles and comments online, the likelihood of potential jurors seeing and drawing conclusions regarding Mr Robinson’s guilt and or deserved punishment from obvious signs of pretrial incarceration will only increase."

The video of Charlie's shooting circulated widely online minutes after the conservative icon was shot through the neck while speaking at a Turning Point USA event at Utah Valley University on September 10.

Meanwhile, the lawyers also mentioned, "Given the pervasive media coverage in this case, the repeated and ubiquitous display of Mr. Robinson in jail garb, shackles, and a suicide vest will undoubtedly be viewed by prospective jurors and will inevitably lead to prosecutive juror perception that he is guilty and deserving of death."

Moreover, a footnote in the filing also mentioned Kohberger's "highly publicized death penalty case," where he was granted a request to wear a suit and sit in the courtroom without handcuffs during pre-trial hearings.

Robinson was charged with aggravated killing and other offenses, and could end up with the death penalty under Utah law. It is a punishment publicly supported by President Donald Trump.

Internet fumes at Tyler Robinson's request

Several internet users slammed Tyler Robinson as he asked a Utah judge to ditch his prison jumpsuit for civilian clothes in court.

A user wrote on X (formerly Twitter), "Charlie Kirk is gone, and his killer’s worried about fashion choices in court? Disgusting priorities," while one added, "Justice must be blind not swayed by optics or outrage. Let the court reveal truth, not emotion. Charlie’s legacy deserves fairness, not frenzy."

A person also stated online, "The judge should have him wear the exact same civilian clothes he wore to assassinate Charlie Kirk. It will make it easier that way for the jury to compare him in person to all of the video surveillance footage" whereas one mentioned, "I'd say an orange jumpsuit and shackles are appropriate attire."

A user also wrote, "Kiddo, there really are consequences to your actions. Buckle up, there's a lot more than clothes you're going to have to deal with," while one commented, "Does he actually think he’s got a chance??? The country can’t wait to convict him. Doesn’t matter what he’s wearing. He’s already admitted it. He’s done."

"Charlie Kirk never asked for special accommodations. All he asked for was to speak freely," an individual expressed, while another mentioned, "Nope. You shot Charlie for all the world to see on video. May you never look your best and may the camera always be in your face."

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