Order to Seal Search Warrant

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IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE
STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF LATAH

In the Matter of the Application for a Search Case No. CR29-22-2805 Warrant for:
ORDER TO SEAL

MPD Case No. 22-M09903 This matter came before the court on February 10, 2023 on the court's motion to seal pursuant to I.C.A.R. 32 (i). The hearing was held via Zoom. William W. Thompson, Jr. and Ashley Jennings appeared on behalf of the State. Anne Taylor appeared on behalf of Mr. Kohberger.

The court reviewed the records, considered the arguments presented, weighed the interests in privacy and public disclosure, and announced its findings of fact on the record. Therefore, the court finds it necessary to seal the record related to the search warrant because it is necessary to preserve the right to a fair trial. I.C.A.R. 32 (i) (2). After due consideration and with good cause, IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that the record herein shall be SEALED until further order of the court.

Dated: 2/27/2023 megunemashall Megan E. Marshall Magistrate Judge
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IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE
STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF LATAH

In the Matter of the Case No.

Application for a Search Warrant for
ORDER SEALING SEARCH

WARRANT AND RELATED

DOCUMENTS

MPD Case No. 22-M09903 Based upon the Motion to Seal Search Warrant and Related Documents filed herein, the Court does hereby confirm and ORDER that the Affidavit for Search Warrant (including any exhibits), Search Warrant, Return of Search Warrant (including the inventory of items seized) and Order are confidential, exempt from disclosure and are SEALED pursuant to Idaho Court Administrative Rule 32 (g) (1) for the reasons stated in the said Motion and until April 7, 2023, or further order of the Court, whichever occurs first.

SO ORDERED this 1000 day of January, 2023 @ 10:29 am megunemashall Magistrate Judge
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LATAH COUNTY PROSECUTOR'S OFFICE

ASHLEY S. JENNINGS CT PM3

SR. DEPUTY PROSECUTING ATTORNEY.:

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Latah County Courthouse P.O. Box 8068 Moscow, ID 83843
Phone: (208) 883-2246 ISB No. 8491 paservice@latah.id.us
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE
STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF LATAH

In the Matter of the Case No.

Application for a Search Warrant for
MOTION TO SEAL SEARCH

WARRANT AND RELATED

DOCUMENTS

MPD Case No. 22-M09903 The State of Idaho, by and through the Latah County Prosecuting Attorney, respectfully moves the Court pursuant to Idaho Court Administrative Rule 32 (g) (1) and Idaho Code 74-124 for an Order Sealing Search Warrant and Related Documents, including the Affidavit for Search Warrant (including any exhibits), Search Warrant, Return of Search Warrant (including the inventory of items seized) and Order filed herein because release or disclosure would:
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1. Interfere with enforcement proceedings;
2. Constitute an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy,
3. Disclose the identity of a confidential source; and
4. Disclose investigative techniques and procedures.

And the State seeks this protection for a minimum of ninety (90) days or until such time as the investigation is concluded and / or charges are filed.

Wherefore, the State respectfully prays that the Court seal from public disclosure the Affidavit for Search Warrant, Search Warrant, Return of Search Warrant and Order herein under the provisions of Idaho Court Administrative Rule 32 (g) (1) and Idaho Code 74-124.

RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED this 9th day of January, 2023.

Aig Sr. Deputy Prosecuting Attorney
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