Bryan Kohberger, the man who knifed four University of Idaho students to death last year, now faces an extra legal battle over the money he is supposed to give to the victims’ families.
In a plea deal, Kohberger agreed to pay about $27,000 in restitution to the families of the slain students. Prosecutors want more money to cover extra funeral costs, especially the cost of urns for the cremated remains.
Kohberger’s lawyer, Emily Massoth, says his client simply can’t afford the payment. The court heard that the man received “five‑figure” sums from friends and supporters before he pleaded guilty. Judge Steven Hippler questioned whether Kohberger’s defense had signed the restitution amount as a trick to avoid the death penalty, knowing the defendant had no cash.
The judge asked the defense to explain why the requested restitution would overburden the defendant’s finances and how the money would be used. He also raised concerns about the “Son of Sam” law, which can bar offenders from profiting from future books or movies.
The hearing ended without a final decision. The judge said he would rule on the restitution amount at a later date.
Source: New York Post
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