Kouri Richins’ defense alleges that the Summit County Sheriff’s Office illegally obtained evidence while investigating the death of Eric Richins.
Defense attorneys Kathy Nester and Wendy Lewis believe that detectives have violated Richins’ constitutional rights and are pushing to have the evidence deemed inadmissible during her murder trial.
The key components of the motion revolve around the “Walk the Dog” letter and the data retrieved from Kouri’s phone and Apple accounts. The defense team contends that investigators obtained Kouri’s phone without a proper warrant and neglected to provide her with crucial information regarding her rights, such as the right to remain silent, the right to request an attorney, and the right to refuse questioning.
The case began when Eric Richins became violently ill on multiple occasions after having dinner with his wife, Kouri.
The tragic incident occurred while the couple, who were successful real estate entrepreneurs, was celebrating a significant sales milestone. Kouri Richins had prepared a drink for her spouse before attending to their children. Later that night, upon retiring to bed, Eric Richins was discovered deceased.
Investigators believe his wife killed him by putting a fatal dose of fentanyl in his drink. Police also discovered that Kouri Richins attempted to change the beneficiary of her husband’s life insurance policy.
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[Feature Photo: Kouri Richins, a Utah mother of three who authorities say fatally poisoned her husband then wrote a children’s book about grieving, cries during a bail hearing Monday, June 12, 2023, in Park City, Utah. A judge ruled to keep her in custody for the duration of her trial. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer, Pool)]
