Tyler Robinson, the Utah man accused of killing conservative political activist Charlie Kirk, will stand trial for aggravated murder and multiple other charges, according to a September 1 report from Gephardt Daily.
Utah Fourth District Judge Tony Graf ruled Tuesday that there was probable cause to proceed with the case, stating that the evidence was sufficient to support a reasonable belief that Robinson was the individual who shot and killed Kirk.
Robinson, 23, is accused of assassinating Kirk on Sept. 10, 2025, while Kirk was speaking to students at an open-air venue at Utah Valley University.
Robinson faces several charges, including first-degree felony counts of aggravated murder and discharge of a firearm causing serious injury. He also faces two second-degree felony counts of obstruction of justice, two third-degree felony counts of witness tampering, and a class A misdemeanor for committing a violent offense in front of a child.
Following the judge's ruling, Robinson's attorneys entered not guilty pleas to all seven charges.
Prosecutors with the Utah County Attorney’s Office intend to seek the death penalty. In Utah, the death penalty requires at least one statutory aggravating factor. Prosecutors argued that the shooter posed a great risk of death to others in attendance the day Kirk was killed.
The case has seen legal arguments regarding eligibility for the death penalty and the sufficiency of evidence. During the proceedings, an attorney for Kirk's family, including his parents and widow Erika, requested a speedy trial.
While the judge requested the next meeting occur within two weeks, defense attorneys cited scheduling conflicts and the need for preparation time. The next court date is scheduled for Oct. 23, when Robinson is expected to appear in person.
