Judge Denies Robinson’s Attempt To Have Potential Deat.. Penalty Removed

Portions of that interview could be presented to Utah Judge Tony Graf during the July hearing. According to court filings submitted Tuesday, prosecutors said they could also introduce messages exchanged between Twiggs and Robinson as evidence during the upcoming proceedings. The filings state that Twiggs is expected to receive limited use immunity for his recorded statement, meaning the interview itself generally cannot be used against him in future criminal proceedings.

Witness Immunity in Robinson Case

According to prosecutors, Twiggs reiterated during his April 20 interview statements he previously made to investigators following Kirk’s September killing. Prosecutors said Twiggs told authorities that Robinson admitted to carrying out the shooting, said he concealed the firearm afterward, disposed of clothing connected to the incident and instructed Twiggs not to speak with law enforcement. Robinson has been charged in the case, and The Post noted that prosecutors have not yet tested the allegations in court.

Prosecutors disclosed the information while opposing a request by Robinson’s defense team to compel Twiggs to testify at the preliminary hearing. According to court filings, prosecutors argued that Twiggs’ appearance was unnecessary because investigators already possess his recorded statements as well as screenshots of text messages exchanged between Twiggs and Robinson. Last week, Robinson was back in court as his defense team suffered another setback. Judge Graf denied Robinson’s motion to stay the case until his defense appeals the judge’s earlier ruling to deny their motion to bar cameras from the courtroom. This article may contain commentary which reflects the author’s opinion.