Prosecutors wanted a judge off former BYU athlete Parker Kingston’s rape case, alleging favoritism. The request was denied.
Kingston, now 22, was charged with rape in February, stemming from allegations in southern Utah.
(Pool) Former BYU football player Parker Kingston appears for a hearing in 5th District Court in St. George on Monday, March 23, 2026. The Washington County attorney's office asked for the judge to be dismissed in the case over allegations of preferential treatment, but that request was denied.