Kouri Richins sought a new murder trial, alleging the judge over her case was ‘hostile.’ A Utah judge disagreed.
The judge ruled Richins failed to prove her trial judge was playing favorites with prosecutors.
(Trent Nelson | The Salt Lake Tribune) Kouri Richins reacts as her brother, Ronney Darden, speaks on her behalf during her sentencing in 3rd District Court in Park City on May 13, 2026. At left is defense attorney Wendy Lewis and at right is defense attorney Kathy Nester.