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Attorney Appointed for Kohberger; $8 M Petition Filed

8/4/2026

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Gregory Richard Rauch was appointed on Aug. 3, 2026 to represent Bryan Kohberger.
Kohberger filed a petition alleging ineffective counsel, misrepresented death-row conditions, and hidden exculpatory evidence.
He says an FBI report found no hairs matching him on Ethan Chapin’s hands.
Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador said his office stands ready to ensure justice.
Idaho Statesman reported case has cost taxpayers over $8 million, including $5.5 million for defense and $2 million for the petition.

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Gregory Richard Rauch was appointed on Aug. 3, 2026 to represent Bryan Kohberger.
Kohberger filed a petition alleging ineffective counsel, misrepresented death-row conditions, and hidden exculpatory evidence.
He says an FBI report found no hairs matching him on Ethan Chapin’s hands.
Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador said his office stands ready to ensure justice.
Idaho Statesman reported case has cost taxpayers over $8 million, including $5.5 million for defense and $2 million for the petition.