Erika Kirk’s request to show all evidence in court shines light on victim rights — and their limits

Charlie Kirk’s family argues the judge should allow them and anyone else in the courtroom to see exhibits he's barred from display.

By: Annie Knox

Outlets: Utah News Dispatch

Published: July 9, 2026

Words: 913

Last Updated: 1 week, 6 days ago

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Almost 10 months after his assassination, Charlie Kirk’s widow and parents traveled to Utah to see prosecutors present the most evidence they’ve shown so far against the 23-year-old man charged in Kirk’s death.

Although Kirk’s family has watched the preliminary hearing from the first row of the courtroom gallery, their attorney argued Thursday they haven’t had a meaningful opportunity to observe because of what they haven’t gotten to see — multiple exhibits the judge …

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