Alex Murdaugh defense asks judge to move retrial to Richland County

Attorneys for Alex Murdaugh are asking a judge to move his upcoming double murder retrial to Richland County after previously proposing Charleston County as the new venue.

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National story. 4 articles from 3 sources. Updated Aug 18, 2026.

Part of Alex Murdaugh's murder trial, its overturned verdict and his coming retrial

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WSAV-TVCenter· Aug 18, 2026

Murdaugh's defense team now wants a trial in Richland County

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WSAV-TVCenter· Aug 18, 2026

Alex Murdaugh defense asks judge to move retrial to Richland County

WCBD News 2Center· Aug 18, 2026

Alex Murdaugh defense asks judge to move retrial to Richland County

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Fox NewsRight· Aug 18, 2026

Alex Murdaugh moves for new home for double-murder retrial

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