Why Kohberger Victim Impact Statements Matter

The Idaho Murders | The Case Against Bryan Kohberger

Why Kohberger Victim Impact Statements Matter
Description:
As Bryan Kohberger awaits formal sentencing, one of the most emotionally powerful moments still lies ahead: the victim impact statements. In this episode, defense attorney Bob Motta joins us to talk about why these statements are more than just catharsis—they’re a crucial part of justice.
We explore what these statements legally affect, how they influence sentencing (even if subtly), and why giving a voice to the families matters—especially in a case that will never see a jury trial.
Motta also shares how defense attorneys prepare for this stage, how defendants typically respond, and why the courtroom atmosphere during impact statements is often one of the most harrowing scenes in a criminal case. And yes—we ask the big question: will Kohberger speak, and what would that even mean?
It’s emotional, it’s procedural, and it’s the last real moment where the families get to speak directly to the man who changed their lives forever.
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