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Kohberger to Challenge Judge Disqualification in Oct. 15 Hearing

9/8/2026

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Bryan Kohberger will appear in Ada County Court on Oct. 15 to challenge Judge Steven Hippler’s disqualification.
He filed a July handwritten petition alleging ineffective counsel, coercion and false promises forced his guilty plea.
Greg Rauch and Jason Goldman will file an amended petition for Kohberger by Nov. 13.
Prosecutors moved to dismiss the case, saying his admissions block a new trial and could result in a death-penalty conviction.

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Bryan Kohberger will appear in Ada County Court on Oct. 15 to challenge Judge Steven Hippler’s disqualification.
He filed a July handwritten petition alleging ineffective counsel, coercion and false promises forced his guilty plea.
Greg Rauch and Jason Goldman will file an amended petition for Kohberger by Nov. 13.
Prosecutors moved to dismiss the case, saying his admissions block a new trial and could result in a death-penalty conviction.