Judge denies prosecutors' request for personality testing on murder suspect Bryan Kohberger
Judge denies prosecutors' request for personality testing on quadruple murder suspect Bryan Kohberger. Defense team won't be permitted to bring up testimony about Kohberger having a "personality disorder." Death penalty remains as possible punishment. Family members can remain in the courtroom for trial.
Key Points
- Judge denies prosecutors' request for personality testing
- Defense team can't bring up testimony about 'personality disorder'
- Death penalty remains as possible punishment
Pros
- Judge's decision maintains privacy rights of the suspect
- Defense team's limitations prevent bringing up unverified psychological conditions
Cons
- Time constraints affect the thoroughness of the legal process
- Prosecutors seeking to rebut defense experts' claims about suspect's mental health