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Judge Delays Nick Reiner's Arraignment as Attorney Recuses Himself

Judge Delays Nick Reiner's Arraignment as Attorney Recuses Himself

Summary

A Los Angeles judge postponed Nick Reiner's arraignment for allegedly killing his parents because his lawyer stepped down from the case. The arraignment is now set for February 23. Reiner is charged with two counts of first-degree murder and has not entered a plea.

Key Facts

  • Nick Reiner is accused of killing his parents, Rob and Michele Singer Reiner, on December 14.
  • A judge delayed his arraignment to February 23 after his lawyer recused himself.
  • Reiner remains in custody without bail and faces severe penalties if convicted.
  • His charges include first-degree murder with special circumstances.
  • Reiner has spoken about past struggles with addiction and homelessness.
  • No plea has been entered by Reiner yet on these charges.
  • Prosecutors have not decided if they will seek the death penalty.
  • Police had been called to the family's home multiple times in the past years for various reasons.

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