Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleErika Kirk and Charlie Kirk’s parents are expected to return to court next week as the case against the man accused of killing the conservative activist moves into a crucial phase (AFP/Getty)Charlie Kirk's parents and widow, Erika Kirk, are expected to attend a significant preliminary hearing next week in Utah for the murder case against Tyler Robinson. The weeklong hearing, commencing on 6 July, will be the first time Kirk's family is present in court with Robinson, who is accused of the conservative activist's murder. Prosecutors will present evidence to establish sufficient grounds for a trial, with the intention of seeking the death penalty if Robinson is convicted of aggravated murder. Robinson, 23, is charged with the murder of Kirk, who was shot on 10 September while speaking at Utah Valley University; Robinson has not yet entered a plea. Evidence expected to be presented includes forensic analysis, surveillance footage, witness statements, and an alleged note from Robinson stating his intent to kill Kirk.In fullErika Kirk returns to court as Charlie Kirk case moves towards a critical hearingThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in