Jury finds Utah mom Kouri Richins guilty of murdering husband

Kouri Richins, the Utah mother accused of murdering her husband Eric Richins in March 2022 and later publishing a children's book about grief, was found guilty on all charges by a jury in Utah on March 16, 2026. "48 Hours" correspondent Natalie Morales reported on the case in "The People v. Kouri Richins." This episode aired on March 1, 2025. CASE UPDATE: On May 13, 2026, Richins was sentenced to life without the possibility of parole. #48hours #crime #kouririchins True crime. Real justice. "48 Hours" investigates the most intriguing crime and justice cases that touch on all areas of the human experience including greed and passion. "48 Hours," which premiered in 1988, has developed a rich history of original reporting and impact journalism that has helped exonerate wrongly convicted people, caused cold cases to be reopened and solved, and along the way changed lives. Subscribe to the "48 Hours" YouTube channel:    / 48hours   Watch full episodes of "48 Hours": https://cbsnews.com/48-hours/full-epi... Listen to the "48 Hours" podcasts: 48hourspodcasts.com Follow "48 Hours" on Instagram:   / 48hourscbs   Like "48 Hours" on Facebook:   / 48hours   Follow "48 Hours" on Twitter:   / 48hours   Subscribe to our newsletter: https://cbsnews.com/newsletter/ Download the CBS News app: https://cbsnews.com/mobile/ Try Paramount+ free: https://paramountplus.com/?ftag=PPM-0... For video licensing inquiries, contact: licensing@veritone.com

Kouri Richins: Behind the Facade | Full Episode
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Kouri Richins: Behind the Facade | Full Episode

Eric Richins' Estate Attorney Testifies About His Secret Planto Protect His Children
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Eric Richins' Estate Attorney Testifies About His Secret Planto Protect His Children

Relentless | Full Episode
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Relentless | Full Episode

WATCH: Kouri Richins found guilty of murdering husband, Eric Richins
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WATCH: Kouri Richins found guilty of murdering husband, Eric Richins

Ex-Best Friend Testifies About Losing Home Because Kouri Richins Stole Her Mortgage Money
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Ex-Best Friend Testifies About Losing Home Because Kouri Richins Stole Her Mortgage Money

Michigan man Dale Warner found guilty of second-degree murder in death of wife Dee Warner
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Michigan man Dale Warner found guilty of second-degree murder in death of wife Dee Warner

Kouri Richins' Defense Cross-Examines Sister-In-Law In Murder Trial
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Kouri Richins' Defense Cross-Examines Sister-In-Law In Murder Trial

Fateful Connection | Full Episode
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Fateful Connection | Full Episode

Kouri Richins’ Alleged Secret Lover Takes The Stand: Full Testimony
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Kouri Richins’ Alleged Secret Lover Takes The Stand: Full Testimony

Who Killed Heidi Firkus? Fatal shooting captured on 911 call to report intruder | Full Episode
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Who Killed Heidi Firkus? Fatal shooting captured on 911 call to report intruder | Full Episode

COURT: Evidence shows Kouri Richins paid someone to write her book
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COURT: Evidence shows Kouri Richins paid someone to write her book

Lindsay Clancy verdict watch — analyzing the jury from courtroom - what will happen next? Hung jury?
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Lindsay Clancy verdict watch — analyzing the jury from courtroom - what will happen next? Hung jury?

A man attacked his ex-wife in disguise before rescuing her to try to win her back, police say.
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A man attacked his ex-wife in disguise before rescuing her to try to win her back, police say.

The Mysterious Death of Kat West | Full Episode
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The Mysterious Death of Kat West | Full Episode

“Friendly” Cop Has No Idea Police Already Matched Her DNA After 23 Years
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“Friendly” Cop Has No Idea Police Already Matched Her DNA After 23 Years

COURT: Verdict read in Kouri Richins’ jury trial
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COURT: Verdict read in Kouri Richins’ jury trial

Terrified Witnesses | 48 Hours Full Episodes
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Terrified Witnesses | 48 Hours Full Episodes

The Setup Murder of Kristil Krug | Full Episode
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The Setup Murder of Kristil Krug | Full Episode

The Strange Case of Mica Miller [True Crime Documentary]
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The Strange Case of Mica Miller [True Crime Documentary]

The Ghost of David Coffin | Full Episode
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The Ghost of David Coffin | Full Episode

COURT: Kouri Richins prosecution closing statements
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COURT: Kouri Richins prosecution closing statements

Kouri Richins Deep Dive | EVERYTHING You Need to Know Ahead of the Grief Book Mom Trial
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Kouri Richins Deep Dive | EVERYTHING You Need to Know Ahead of the Grief Book Mom Trial

Kouri Richins’ Boyfriend Breaks Down on the Stand (TRIAL DAY 8)
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Kouri Richins’ Boyfriend Breaks Down on the Stand (TRIAL DAY 8)

The Man with Two Names | Full Episode
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The Man with Two Names | Full Episode

The Love Bombing of Gloria Choi | Full Episode
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The Love Bombing of Gloria Choi | Full Episode

Sade Robinson and The Secret Beach | Full Episode
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Sade Robinson and The Secret Beach | Full Episode

Housekeeper Carmen Lauber's Entire Direct-Exam In Kouri Richins' Poison Murder Trial
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Housekeeper Carmen Lauber's Entire Direct-Exam In Kouri Richins' Poison Murder Trial

Denise and Aaron Quinn Get the Last Word | Full Episode
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Denise and Aaron Quinn Get the Last Word | Full Episode

The Blue River Murder | Full Episode
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The Blue River Murder | Full Episode

9 Gripping Moments in Kouri Richins' Murder Trial So Far
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9 Gripping Moments in Kouri Richins' Murder Trial So Far