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Murdaugh Retrial Moves to Richland | Salt Lake City News
Alex Murdaugh’s legal team is pushing to move his double-murder retrial from Colleton County to Richland County, citing jury tampering by a court official that invalidated his original conviction. They argue Richland offers better logistics and dismiss concerns about the Masters tournament, noting jury selection happens before the event. The state previously rejected Charleston County due to traffic, parking, and flooding issues, while Colleton County faces financial liability for the trial. With the retrial set for April 2027, the court will now decide where justice will be served. Listen in…
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