Bryan Kohberger's defense team is seeking to remove the death penalty from his case, in which he is charged with the 2022 murders of four University of Idaho students. In 13 motions filed, they argue that the death penalty is unconstitutional, citing evolving standards, ideological shifts, and violations of both national and international laws. They contend that Idaho's methods of execution, namely lethal injection and firing squad, constitute cruel and unusual punishment. The defense also argues that capital cases require more time for preparation, which conflicts with the state's guarantee of a speedy trial. Kohberger's trial is scheduled to start in June 2025, and the court will hear arguments on the death penalty challenge in November.