Kouri Richins wrote a children’s book about grief and later found herself facing charges for the murder of her husband, Eric Richins. A new bill proposed by Utah State Rep. Brett Garner aims to prevent convicted killers from profiting from prenuptial agreements. If the bill becomes law and Kouri is convicted, she could lose out on $2 million from the sale of a home and any proceeds from her book. The couple had been having marital problems and squabbles over a multimillion-dollar mansion at the time of Eric’s death.
Kouri Richins published the book, “Are You With Me?” a year after her husband’s death to help her sons cope with his loss. However, if she is convicted of murdering Eric, she risks losing the proceeds from the book. She pitched the book on a Utah TV show called “Good Things Utah,” where she discussed her motivation for writing it. The state’s existing law already prevents killers from profiting from murder, but the new bill would specifically address prenuptial agreements.
The case against Kouri Richins centers on accusations that she laced a Moscow mule cocktail with a lethal dose of fentanyl and gave it to her husband, resulting in his death. When questioned about the high levels of fentanyl found in Eric’s system, Summit County Chief Prosecutor Patricia Cassell stated that such a dosage was not accidental and indicated intent to harm. Kouri’s actions and the circumstances surrounding Eric’s death have raised suspicions and led to her arrest.
Following Eric Richins’ death, Kouri discovered him “cold to the touch” at the foot of their bed and immediately called 911. Despite her claims that she found him in that state and had no involvement in his death, the medical examiner’s report revealed five times the lethal dose of fentanyl in Eric’s system. This evidence prompted law enforcement to investigate further and eventually arrest Kouri for the murder of her husband.
If Kouri Richins is convicted of her husband’s murder, she stands to lose significant assets, including a $2 million sum from the sale of a home as per their prenuptial agreement. Additionally, any profits generated from her children’s book on grief may potentially be forfeited. Utah lawyer and legal experts have noted the potential consequences she may face if found guilty, urging caution and due process in the legal proceedings. State Rep. Brett Garner’s bill could further impact Kouri’s financial situation if it becomes law and she is convicted.
The tragic events surrounding the death of Eric Richins, the subsequent arrest of his wife Kouri on murder charges, and the proposed legislation by Utah State Rep. Garner have captured public attention. The case highlights the complexities of legal issues surrounding posthumous financial matters, the impact of criminal convictions, and the consequences faced by accused individuals. As the legal proceedings unfold, the fate of Kouri Richins, her book rights, and financial assets remain uncertain pending the resolution of the criminal case and potential changes in legislation.
