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Utah v Kouri Richins

Kouri Richins of Kasmas, Utah, is accused of poisoning her husband in order to gain full control of the couples' finances and his life insurance.  Kouri Richins was an aspiring "house flipper," but her husband Eric grew suspicious that her business dealings were not above board.   Eric Richins died after consuming a large quantity of street grade fentanyl on March 4, 2022 allegedly mixed into a cocktail Kouri had made and served him.  Kouri Richins faces multiple financial charges related to her business dealings as well.  The trial is currently set for Feb. 23 to March 26, 2026. â€‹â€‹â€‹â€‹

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Case Details

Case #: 231500139

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Victim(s):

  1. Eric Richins, husband​

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Charge(s): ​

  1. Aggravated Murder

  2. Attempted Murder

  3. Mortgage Fraud: 5 counts (second-degree felony)

  4. Money Laundering: 7 counts (second-degree felony)

  5. Communications Fraud: 1 count (second-degree felony)

  6. Pattern of Unlawful Activity: 1 count (second-degree felony)

  7. Forgery: 5 counts (third-degree felony)

  8. Issuing a Bad Check: 7 counts

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Where:

  • Summit County

    • Kasmas, Utah

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When:

  • Event Date: March 4, 2022

  • Arrest Date: May 2023

  • Trial dates:  2/23/2026 - 3/26/2026

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​​​Verdict: [date]

  1. -

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Sentence: [date]

  1. -

 

​Notes:

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